In a perfect example of local groups working together, Wangaratta Men’s Shed has donated its old pool table to Wangaratta’s Boys to the Bush base. Boys to the Bush participants Ryley Murray and Blade Bishop-Kinlyside enjoyed a game with - and picked up some tips from - men’s shed workshop coordinator Paul Servaes and secretary Mick Villella. STORY PAGE 2 PHOT
Police investigating threat to primary school, necessitating evacuation of students, staff
Police are investigating a hoax anonymous bomb threat made to Glenrowan Primary School which saw students and staff evacuated from the school grounds yesterday.
Leading Senior Constable Scott Miller of Glenrowan police said the Beaconsfield Paradebased school received an email in the early hours of Thursday morning disclosing a nominated time a bomb would be detonated at the school.
Glenrowan Primary School notified the Department of Education and police, who executed a search of the premises,
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with the bomb response unit notified.
While an explosive device wasn’t found, an evacuation exercise was conducted by the school over the nominated time period the bomb was said to be detonated.
Principal Karly Duncombe said the school had classes as normal until after recess at 11:45am when staff calmly took students to the local park.
“They just thought I was being really kind and
letting them go on a little excursion,” she said.
“It was really well handled, our main concern was to make sure the kids were safe, and staff were great.
“Scott’s been here all day and the kids see Scott regularly, so it was kind of not alarming for them to have police on site.”
Ms Duncombe said students were returned to school some two hours later and it was the first time the school had received a hoax bomb threat.
“Hopefully it never happens again,” she said.
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BY SIMONE KERWIN skerwin@ nemedia.com.au
Anyone who’s spent time around a pool table knows it’s a great place for a yarn, a joke, and conversations which can build lasting connections.
That’s just what Wangaratta Men’s Shed members had in mind when they were upgrad ing their pool table recently, and offered to donate the old one to Wangaratta’s Boys to the Bush, a local group which provides men toring and community engage ment opportunities for vulner able young males.
Boys to the Bush participants occasionally visit the men’s shed, located just down the road from their base, and a link has developed between the two groups of males at opposite ends of the age scale.
“It’s ideal,” men’s shed secre tary Mick Villella said.
“Boys to the Bush is tremen dous, and I take my hat off to what they do.
“When the guys came out for a visit one day, we were chatting and decided we should donate our table to them.
“We got a new extension at our shed, and have more room around our table now, and we know it’s a lot of fun - you really enjoy having a game and some banter.”
The pool table is now in place in the Boys to the Bush shed, replacing the boys’ dilapidated old table.
The move itself was a community effort, with help provided by local builder Sam Lindsey, men’s shed members, and through use of a donated Tradelink truck.
Mick and fellow men’s shed
member Paul Servaes visited this week for a game with Boys to the Bush participants, and to enjoy a round or two of ‘connect four’ on the handmade wooden game also donated to the group by the men’s shed.
Watching Mick and Paul’s natural way with offering instruction about the games, it’s clear this is just the kind of community engagement the local charity is keen to develop.
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A Queenslander will be facing erratic driving related charges after being caught allegedly driving 48km/h over the speed limit at Whorouly.
A Wangaratta police spokesperson said officers responded to a call of an erratic driver on Snow Road.
Highway patrol members subsequently clocked the vehicle allegedly travelling 148km/h in the 100km/h zone.
The SUV was impounded for 30 days at a cost of $1729 and the driver will face court at a later date for traffic related charges.
location manager Matt Dillon concurred: “Fellas like those at the men’s shed are good blokes to be around.
“When we visit there, the boys get to spend time doing practical things and engaging with different people.
“One of our values is respect, and spending time talking to these guys shows them the importance of listening and giving time to people.
“Being around positive people
in our community and positive environments, they get to see what’s out there.
“The pool table is a great thing to have, as they stand around engaging with each other over a game, and they are off screens.
“They’re learning that downtime doesn’t have to be on screens, that they can do something to unwind in a positive way.” Matt welcomed any other local groups interested in making connections with Boys to the Bush.
Flooding of the Ovens River in Wangaratta has subsided after peaking below the minor flood point of 11.9m.
The river peaked on Wednesday morning at 11.72m before dropping to 11.33m by 2pm on Thursday.
Rural City of Wangaratta Council staff closed off the Ovens River bike path and riverside carparks on Tuesday and Wednesday until flooding subsided.
The King River at Docker Road bridge has also dropped after near moderate flooding on Monday night at 3.89m, dropping to 2.6m at 2pm Thursday.
Consistent rainfall over the weekend including a 21.8mm downpour on Saturday contributed to the flood risk.
Forecast for Wangaratta this weekend will see sunnier skies with maximum temperatures of 17 degrees Saturday and Sunday.
A Wodonga woman accused of being a getaway driver at an aggravated burglary on Tavern Terrace in Wangaratta last year will be admitting her role in the crime.
The 55-year-old had earlier indicated she would be contesting the charges against her in earlier court appearances, but defence counsel Nadia David said at Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court this week the matter had been re-
solved with a guilty plea.
Police allege on 11 November last year around 1pm the defendant drove three co-accused in a grey hatchback to a Wangaratta home on Tavern Terrace.
A 20-year-old Tallygaroopna man, a 39-year-old man and a 35-yearold Moyhu man exited the vehicle wearing balaclavas, forcing entry at the rear of the house.
Two of the men carried a large
safe containing $20,000 worth of coins into the hatchback.
The defendant in the vehicle then drove away just as the home owner and her son approached their address, driving past the hatchback.
The son confronted the three men and was hit in the face by one of the burglars, causing large lacerations.
The trio were spotted by patrolling police officers fleeing the
A free pop-up community opshop will operate at Wangaratta’s Seventh Day Adventist Church in Phillipson Street this Sunday.
It follows a similar event held last month which attracted strong interest, as locals seek ways to combat cost-of-living pressures.
Carboor resident Jan Vincent, who has been involved in the organisation of the op-shop, said the region’s renowned generosity had again shown itself through the initiative, with hundreds of people reaching out to donate items for the pop-up.
“It’s all very encouraging,” Jan said.
“We’ll just keep on seeing what we can do to help, because there is a huge number of people in the region who have fallen on hard times.”
The pop-up op-shop will run from 10am to 2pm on Sunday, and offers new and second-hand clothing, linen, books, kids’ toys, shoes, magazines and more - all at no cost.
There will also be free morning tea and music, and everyone is welcome.
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Jan has been involved in distributing donations to the community since the 2019-’20 bushfires, when many people were keen to assist those battling through what was a tough summer.
Then came the COVID-19 pandemic, and the 2022 floods in Rochester and Echuca, and the donations continued to roll in.
The impact of the current cost-ofliving climate has called for more assistance, and Jan and her fellow volunteers have stepped up to help.
“I don’t have as much time as I’d like to put into it, but a lot of donations are still coming in, so we decided to run this free op shop to help the community,” she said.
The first event held last month was a great success, and Jan said 95 per cent of what was on offer was gathered up by those who needed it.
“About 200 people came
through, and some people said they’d like to come back and bring items along that they could donate,” Jan said.
Donations have continued to flow, including a collection of about 400 jackets from clothing retailer XTM, and these will be on offer at the second event being held on Sunday, with plans for another op-shop on the first Sunday in September.
“People who are struggling are going to enjoy it very much, and we welcome people to come along and support it,” Jan said.
“If anyone wants to bring things along to add to the op-shop, they are welcome to do that on the day too.
“The only stipulation is that it must be new or good second-hand quality, and please make sure it’s clean.”
Jan said the op shop was part of considering as a community how people could help each other.
“Every day you hear about some disaster happening in the world; you just want to do what you can where and when you can to help,” she said.
property, running near the Wangaratta Christian Fellowships Church grounds, where they would be arrested.
Numerous items from the burglary were located with the offenders including a handbag, jewellery and a hard drive containing the Tavern Terrace home CCTV footage.
As of May, the safe and the coins were yet to be located.
The defendant was later arrested
and charged at her Wodonga home in December last year.
The 35-year-old Moyhu man was placed on a community corrections order after his guilty plea, which will involve 100 hours of unpaid community work and to undergo treatment for drugs, mental health and behavioural issues.
The matter was adjourned to be heard at Wodonga Magistrates’ Court on 19 August.
WELCOME:
Women’s Health Goulburn North East (WHGNE) has announced the appointment of Mandy Macdonald as the new chief executive officer.
WHGNE chairperson Chris McInnes said Ms Macdonald brings more than 16 years of executive and senior leadership experience in the health and community services sector.
“She is a values-driven leader with a deep commitment to gender equity, social justice, and improving the health and wellbeing of women and gender-diverse people in regional communities,” Ms McInnes said.
“Throughout her career, Mandy has led multidisciplinary teams in regional and
rural settings, fostering inclusive, respectful, and outcomes-focused cultures.
“Her leadership is grounded in integrity, empathy, and empowerment, and she is known for creating psychologically safe environments where individuals and teams can thrive.
“Mandy is passionate about ensuring the voices
of women and underserved communities are central to service design, delivery, and policy advocacy.”
As CEO, Mandy will lead WHGNE’s strategic direction and operations with a focus on amplifying regional voices, securing sustainable impact, and expanding the reach of initiatives that pro-
mote gender justice, sexual reproductive health rights and climate justice.
“As valued partners and friends, please join us in warmly welcoming Mandy to the team,” Ms McInnes said. “We look forward to the leadership, vision, and energy she will bring to our shared purpose.”
Former Australian Human Rights Commission president Gillian Triggs will be among the guest speakers at an event planned by Indi Rural Australians for Refugees.
Independent Federal Member for Indi Helen Haines will also speak at the group’s strategic planning forum, to be held at Wangaratta’s Uniting Church Hall
on Saturday, 16 August.
A panel of refugees with lived experience will also speak on the day, which will run from 9.30am to 4pm.
The purpose of the day will be for RAR Indi to develop its action plan for the next few years, and locals are invited to register to be part of the event.
Cost is $25 per head, with reg-
istration required by 9 August for catering purposes.
To register, visit https://events. humanitix.com/rural-australiansfor-refugees-indi-2025-regionalforum or phone Bev on 0428 384 410.
For further information about the forum, phone Suzie on 0428 575 971.
Another regional Victorian legal centre has voiced concerns about Magistrates’ Court Victoria’s reduction of in-person services to the public on non-sitting days.
Magistrates’ Court Victoria (MCV) switched 10 regional Victorian courts, including Wangaratta, to remote registry services on non-sitting days as of 14 July.
In a statement, MCV said the move would provide the staff with time to prepare listing for future sitting days and do other registry work.
Representatives from Hume Riverina Community Legal Service told the Wangaratta Chronicle they had deep concerns the switch would limit the community’s access to justice, which have been echoed by central and Goulburn Victoria based ARC Justice legal service.
ARC Justice chief executive officer Damian Stock said legal centres like ARC Justice and Hume Riverina Community Legal Service should have been consulted before such a decision was made.
“Changes like this may seem minor on paper, but they have real impacts on the people we support
The risk is a slower, more stressful and less accessible court system, especially for those who already face the greatest barriers.
- ARC Justice chief executive officer Damian Stock
every day,” he said.
“It’s disappointing to see more changes that widen the gap between metropolitan and regional justice.
“The organisation wasn’t consulted in any meaningful way.”
But it’s a pilot program Mr Stock said ARC Justice and many others were not aware of until the 14 July announcement.
areas in central and northern Victoria.
Mr Stock said many of ARC Justice’s clients are in crisis and can’t wait for a sitting day to get help.
applications, file or get help with intervention order forms, have documents witnessed, pay fines in cash or ask general questions.
which can be a real barrier for people seeking help with sensitive issues like family violence.
“The risk is a slower, more stressful and less accessible court system, especially for those who already face the greatest barriers.
“This isn’t about convenience… it’s about the community being able to access justice when and where they need it.”
Mr Stock said ARC Justice made their concerns clear through existing advocacy channels and would keep raising them with decisionmakers.
“We know the government faces significant financial challenges at the moment, but the government must hear what this means for regional Victorians,” he said.
In MCV’s statement prior to their remote service switch, the move was described as the third phase of MCV’s “successful pilot”, which began in early 2024.
“If this model was being tested, the community legal sector and the community more broadly should have been told and asked for feedback earlier,” he said.
“They may not have a phone, a reliable internet connection or the skills to navigate complex systems online,” he said.
“For people without digital access or support, closing the court even one day a week can lead to missed deadlines, delays or giving up altogether,” he said.
ARC provides legal and tenancy support services across 13 local government
Mr Stock said people often use local courts on nonsitting days to lodge urgent
“Crowding all needs into one day a week makes courts busier and less private,
Wangaratta’s first non-sitting day under the new service is 8 August, when Myrtleford Magistrates’ Court will be sitting, with two more to follow on 12 and 15 August.
Court users are advised to speak to a registrar by calling (03) 9087 5728, emailing wangarattacoordinator@ courts.vic.gov.au or visiting the Shepparton Court when no nearby courts are sitting.
Delicious aromas were flowing from a marquee at Fletchers Supplies on Thursday, as celebrity chef Manu Feildel (centre, with Fletchers owners Shaun Fletcher and Elly Chynoweth) led a cooking demonstration as part of The Collective Australasia annual conference.
The fourth annual conference for members of the cleaning, packaging and hospitality industry, was hosted by Fletchers Supplies on Wednesday and Thursday.
It offered a chance to showcase not only the local business, but Wangaratta and the wider region, as 120 participants from across Australia visited Beechworth’s Bridge Road Brewers, Brown Brothers at Milawa, and sessions at Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway, where a gala awards ceremony was to be held on Thursday evening.
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Ld Sen Const Miller said the threat was sent via an anonymous email address and there were no other suggestions in the email indicating a legitimate threat.
He said enquiries into the identity of the sender were ongoing.
“If a person’s identified in relation to threats of this serious nature, charges can be laid,” he said.
“At no stage were the kids in danger.”
The neighbouring Glenrowan Kindergarten was notified of the threat and issued a notice to parents.
The conduct policy of Rural City of Wangaratta council meetings is under review after last week’s meeting was suddenly ended as a result of disruptive behaviour.
Mayor Irene Grant was tasked with calling a specific member of the public gallery to order following continuous audible talking throughout the almost two-hour-long meeting. Following requests for the woman to be quiet, the disruption came to a head just prior to public question time towards the end of the meeting.
Cr Harvey Benton was reading out the amounts for community grants and the woman caught the attention of councillors and
officers when she started waving her hands in the fashion of conducting an orchestra.
Cr Grant asked Cr Benton to cease talking so she could manage the situation.
“Can I ask you to please be quiet,” Cr Grant said.
The woman blamed the microphone for being switched on as a reason why she was audible, however, Cr Grant indicated that she could still hear her interruptions otherwise.
Cr Benton began speaking again and the woman contin-
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ued to make hand gestures with her hands above her head while shaking her head and continuing to talk.
Cr Grant opened public question time and the woman said she couldn’t wait till the next meeting, as she would have plenty to say.
“Save it until the next meeting and I ask you to respect this meeting,” Cr Grant said.
The woman said “I am respecting this meeting and I’ve plenty to say – I’ll be writing it down and giving you all a question”.
Council director of corporate services Sarah Brindley began reading the governance and code of conduct
rules to the meeting.
“Conduct at a meeting sets out that a member of the public must not interject,” Ms Brindley said.
The woman proceeded to interject while Ms Brindley was reading out the code of conduct, which included the mayor’s right to remove a member of the public gallery for this type of behaviour.
Cr Grant confirmed that she does have the right to ask someone to leave.
“I do have the right and I also have the right to close this meeting and ask you to leave,” she said.
The woman continued to speak in a raised voice.
Seasoned gallery member
Brian Fox even attempted to settled the woman down and he was repeatedly told to be quiet by the woman.
Cr Grant used the gavel to formally close the meeting and asked everyone to leave.
As a consequence of the premature closure, no one in the public gallery had the chance to ask a question and council had to stage a special meeting on Monday to discuss confidential business.
With the absence of security staff in the gallery there are no means to remove a member of the public from a council meeting other than asking them to leave, and the
person complying. Council employed security staff at meetings in 2023 as a precautionary measure when there was a threat of public disruption following social media comments and other disrupted meetings across Victoria.
Wangaratta Chronicle requested a comment from council as to the next steps in dealing with disruptive behaviour at public meetings.
“We are currently undertaking a review of our conduct policy, and an updated guide on appropriate behaviour will be provided ahead of the August month’s scheduled council meeting,” a council spokesperson said.
BY ANITA McPHERSON amcpherson@ nemedia.com.au
Members of Wangaratta Friends of Lacluta (WFOL), Mansfield Friends of Venilale and Indigo Shire Friends of Atauro, were among the local contingent to attend the 5th International Conference of Friendship Groups held in Dili, Timor-Leste over two days in July.
The objective of the conference was to strengthen the bonds of friendship between municipal councils and communities in Australia and those in TimorLeste, with the opening ceremony officiated by Timor-Leste Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmao, with Timor-Leste Minister of State Administration, Tomas do Rosario Cabral, and Australian ambassador to Timor-Leste, Caitlin Wilson.
More than 200 people from 20 friendship groups - some who have been working together for more than 20 years - joined Timor-Leste leaders from government, authorities, administrative bodies and other organisations from both countries for the event.
The conference aims to reinforce people-to-people and government-to-government connections, fostering deeper engagement and collaboration at the local level.
It was a fitting way to end this year’s expedition to Timor-Leste by WFOL’s Karen Jones, Linda Sexton, Brian Thompson, Barbara Broz and Andy Kimber.
WFOL chairperson Karen Jones said it had been an enjoyable and successful trip.
“The conference reinforced the value the Timor-Leste government places on the work being done by friendship groups at a local level, and the commitment to work together in the future,” she said.
“It was a fabulous opportunity to network with others (both Timorese and Australians), hear about the programs funded by Australia, and discuss priorities which include addressing the needs of women, young people, people with a disability, and for vocational education.”
Ms Jones said while on the ground, the team worked with their long-time friend, translator and new liaison person Benny
LIFE EXPERIENCE: It was the first trip to Timor-Leste for Brian Thompson, with regular visitor Karen Jones, experiencing local transport and logistical challenges in Lacluta.
MEET AND GREET: Attending the 5th International Conference of Friendship Groups in Dili were Karen Champlin, Brian Thompson, Rabela Punif, Karen Jones, Benny Gonsalves, Snr Pasquale, Linda Sexton, Andy Kimber and Barbara Broz.
Gonsalves, who she said is passionate and committed to working with WFOL.
“He is also a talented musician and wrote a special song called Building Bridges, Not Walls about our friendship, which he and Andy sang at the conference in Dili,” she said.
“We have also employed a new disability support person to make short visits to disabled children in their homes.
“Very sadly our last person passed away suddenly while in her early 20s – which is the reality sometimes with Lacluta’s remoteness and lack of medical facilities.”
Ms Jones said they purchased a number of re-useable menstrual kits in Lacluta - made by a trained local sewer - for the Mother and Baby Bags the group provides to vulnerable mothers.
She said they continue to strengthen their partnership with the new local technical vocational school – appreciating the motivation and forward thinking of the principal.
“Our first two tertiary scholarship students from this school both have jobs now in agriculture – which is so important to the food security of the nation,” she said.
Ms Jones said the group is now focussing on working more closely with the local administration on the ground via their liaison person, and strengthening their vocational scholarship program and process.
They also continue to work closely with the new leadership at the local medical centre, assisting with priorities government is unable to meet, and working together to support those with a disability.
nent doctor present,” he said.
“There are improved educational facilities too, with the new technical vocational school.”
Andy said attending the conference was most rewarding, and many contacts were made with people from Timor-Leste and other nations, who are trying to get to grips with the country’s past and future.
He is looking forward to working with Benny on a project to relate the incredible story of Lacluta to the
Timor-Leste, along with raffles and other entertainment, with tickets available soon via the Friends of Lacluta Facebook page.
Members of Wangaratta Friends of Lacluta have also been invited to attend a special ceremony in Melbourne on Tuesday, 12 August, where President and Nobel Peace Laureate José Ramos-Horta will be awarding the Order of Timor-Leste Medals to nominated friendship groups.
The Rural City of Wangaratta has granted $166,000 to 41 local community groups and not-forprofit organisations as part of its 2025-2026 Community Grants Program.
The program aims to support projects that improve accessibility, community resilience, mental health and wellbeing, cultural engagement, and environmental sustainability.
The funding will assist a wide array of projects, from hosting events and providing essential training to purchasing equipment and upgrading infrastructure.
Both urban and rural community organisations will benefit.
Wangaratta Mayor Irene Grant said these grants are about empowering people to bring their ideas to life.
“It’s rewarding to invest in initiatives that will bring lasting benefits and positive change to the people who live here,” she said.
This year’s grants will fund diverse initiatives, including an accessibility upgrade with a new disability toilet at the Wangaratta Equestrian Centre ($10,000) and a wheelchair-accessible gate at Glenrowan Recreation Reserve ($3000).
Community connection projects include the Diwali Festival of Light hosted by the North
East Multicultural Association ($5000), storyboards celebrating local history at Carl Schulz Reserve in Moyhu ($2700), and the 90th Anniversary Celebrations at Eldorado Memorial Hall ($4853).
Youth and education projects include an intergenerational project between Greta Valley Primary School and aged care residents ($3500), a digital camera purchase for Wangaratta Auskick ($1000), and noise reduction upgrades at Whorouly & District Preschool ($10,000).
The Wangaratta Stingrays Swimming Club will establish an All-Abilities Swim Squad ($8750).
Sporting and recreation initiatives include pickleball court upgrades in Tarrawingee ($6485) and Wangaratta ($6305), an electronic scoreboard for the Tarrawingee Football and Netball Club ($10,000), and a table tennis equipment upgrade by the Wangaratta Table Tennis Association ($2544).
Numerous other community groups received grants, including Whitfield District Primary School for its 150-year anniversary celebration ($3300), the King River and District Fishing Club for an access gate at Glenrowan Recreation Reserve ($3000), and the Wangaratta District Specialist School for its “Burrowing into our community” project ($5000).
By SIMONE KERWIN
Putting the spotlight on Wangaratta’s youngest footballers will be made easier by a Rural City of Wangaratta community grant.
Wangaratta Auskick has received a $1000 grant through council’s latest round of the program, and will use the funds to purchase a digital camera
for photography during the centre’s Sunday games and skills sessions.
Ben Watts, Wangaratta Auskick president, said photos taken at the sessions were used on social media, and shots of graduating teams were also printed for display in the Auskick base at the Barr Reserve.
“Putting the photos on Facebook gives families a chance to see their
kids in action, and the kids also love checking to see if they’re included,” he said. Under 10s Auskicker Lachie Ievenieks is among those who love spending Sunday morning at the Barr Reserve honing their football skills, and said he enjoys seeing himself, his teammates and opponents in the photos taken each week, for their moment of fame.
Hundreds of items will get a new lease on life this Sunday at no cost as locals roll in donations for a community-led op shop to help those doing it tough.
Following its success last month, the pop-up op-shop will be making an appearance once again, offering donations of new and second-hand items for free to support the community during a time where costof-living pressures remain unyielding.
Initiatives like this one demonstrate the community’s renewed resilience and generosity during times of hardship.
The willingness of locals to empty their pockets and clear out their belongings if it means supporting those doing it tough is commendable.
Buying second-hand is also becoming increasingly encouraged, with more research reporting on Australia’s huge clothing wastage issue.
In fact, an analysis by The Australia Institute last year revealed that Australia is the largest consumer of textiles in the world.
With all this in mind, it’s encouraging to see locals stepping up to help support their communities in a sustainable, environmentally-conscious way – hitting two birds with one stone.
Their kindness and the difference they are making at a grassroots level hasn’t gone unnoticed.
If you don’t have any plans this Sunday, consider heading out to Wangaratta’s Seventh Day Adventist Church in Phillipson Street to support this community initiative.
Donations of any kind are welcome – so long as they’re clean, new or good quality.
Think about that the next time you’re looking at cleaning out your wardrobe. Spring is just around the corner.
Facebook users this week commented on the approval of the South Wangaratta land subdivision.
Natasha Stokan: Why so many housing projects with no shopping complexes and just service stations in and around the main streets like the new 711 straight across from apco and Coles and Kmart and hungry jacks and.... KFC
Debbie Anderson:
Who wants to see their neighbours 2 inches from their windows, no space for a back or front yard!! Sorry kids, go play out in the street as there’s no park either!
Robert Rosicka: Is this land or part of it in a flood overlay area ? VicRoads did extensive mapping of the flood overlay before the freeway was built but that overlay map seems to
I have been a CFA member for 66 years, captain of Moyhu for 27 years deputy group officer for a number of years.
With what is going on with this new tax (Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund levy) and its repercussions is disappointing and I feel I should say something.
The volunteers always new what they wanted and went about getting that by many ways, sometimes putting their hands in their own pockets.
Moyhu group was first in Victoria to have a radio coms base station, first to have a 4x4 group mobile and first to organise a strike team to serve outside our own area - these three have since been the norm across all of Victoria.
With triple zero sometimes becoming overloaded the first report should be given back to the local brigades, this should be easy with the now mobile phone set up.
This would leave triple zero to the police and ambulance.
To solve all this bickering and mistrust all levies collected should be put into a separate fund and managed in a business way by the CFA.
I feel the CFA over years has become top heavy - this would cut out a lot of waste.
Simply, when you fight a fire you direct water at the seat of the fire not at the top of the flames, now we are trying to fight the fire from the top down.
I now ask two questions, which include: Why is this government hell bent on destroying the volunteer part of the CFA?
Why am I and my family, after a lifetime serving the community, called upon to pay a fine?
Graham Batten, Moyhu
I and many others also agree with Helene Gaffney on paid parking.
Easy park - ha ha no.
No matter how long you park, five minutes or two hours, you are still charged yet another fee on top of that.
And if you miscalculate how long you wish to park and don’t update it or click ‘time’ when you return to your car, you either pay for time not used or leave yourself open to a fine.
All the onus is on the driver and for people who are not blessed with a good memory or ability to navigate apps, it’s
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Facebook users this week also commented on Helen Haines being officially sworn in for her third parliamentary term.
Craig McDonald: Another 3 years of great work coming up!
David Lamond: Another 3 years of nothing done, except voting with Labor and the Greens.
Mike OConnor: David
Lamond do try to keep up.
Brian Fox: Helen Haines MP David Lamond: Brian Fox I wish she would.
Facebook users this week also commented on council inviting community submissions on the draft Road Management Plan.
Catherine Jones: Noone listens anyway.
Natasha Stokan: Why so it can fall on deaf ears
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enough to make a simple trip to the CBD a nightmare.
Be realist council - you are not listening to shoppers or ratepayers.
Paid parking with few no options is hardly shopper friendly.
Dump the paid parking altogether.
Wendy Burgess, Wangaratta
As a former mayor and councillor of the Rural City of Wangaratta I am extremely disappointed with the city’s handling of the new arrangement for parking within the CBD.
I am sure that if this question had arisen in mine or Dean Rees’ time as mayor, the residents would have been given an explanation as to the reason we need to continue with paid parking.
Wangaratta is the laughing stock of the North East being the only city/town that has paid parking.
Why has council been so secretive about the purchase of the new App type of parking, I believe they should have let their constituents know the reason that we continue to have to pay for parking.
You don’t need to inform them of the details within the legal contract that is held
with the CO-Store owners, but at least inform them of the time the contract still has to run and whether there are any penalties should council see fit to pay it out earlier.
I know of two OAMs who approached the staff at the Community Kiosk and were told to go home and get their mobiles and when they returned were informed the phones were too old to insert the App.
I also know of a survey done where there are in excess of 150 names and not one has a good word to say about the way council has handled this.
Please do not throw this request in the wastebasket.
Kenneth
J Clarke OAM, Wangaratta
Facebook users this week also commented on a local fitness studio being hit with the costs to reduce noise output following objections made by nearby residents.
Jodie Gottschling: It’s really disheartening to hear this, especially knowing how passionate the owners are about contributing to the Wangaratta community. Small business is already tough enough - something most local business operators would relate to - without added pressure from individuals who choose to move into a commercial area near a gym that was already established...then complain without understanding the environment they chose where some level of activity is not only expected but reasonable. I’m sorry to hear this. Continue the wonderful work you do & the difference you make to so many.
Rebecca Watson: Jodie Gottschling unfortunately Jodie you are not aware of all the facts in this case. This is not your fault as there has been lots of misinformation spread in regards to this situation Yes we
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owned a tyre service in town and had to comply with all EPA and local council regulations in regards to waste disposal, parking availability, toilets availability, the height of our back fence the colour of our shop frontage , noise restrictions.... the list is endless and exhausting and yes a big expense for a small business. However as a responsible business owner you go into a business being fully aware of these regulations and abide by them to ensure , as I said a healthy and respectful community. The laws and by-laws are there for good reason and apply to every one and we are all entitled to live and work in a safe and comfortable environment.
Vicki Patrick: Such a journey for our favourite place. Never should have gone through this!!! It is zoned as a commercial area!!!!!!
Caitlin Clayton: Far out! No support for small businesses! Absolutely shocking!!
Cheryl Jones: unbelievable, we need to support small businesses, not make it hard for them!
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As energy costs continue to climb and sustainability becomes a household priority, more Victorians are rethinking how they heat and cool their homes. For those with ageing ducted gas heating systems , the solution is clear - and it’s electric.
Meet the Braemar Dominator Series ® - a powerful, all-electric reverse cycle system that’s quickly becoming the go-to replacement for traditional ducted gas units. And with generous Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) rebates available, upgrading has never been more affordable.
Designed as a direct changeover for ducted gas systems, the Braemar Dominator Series ® fits seamlessly into existing ceiling or underfloor ducting layouts - meaning minimal disruption, faster installation, and lower upfront costs.
“This system was engineered with changeovers in mind,” says Matt O’Brien, the local Braemar Specialist Dealer. “For homeowners looking to ditch gas and make the move to electric, the Braemar Dominator Series makes it incredibly simple.”
With VEU rebates , Victorian homeowners can claim thousands back when replacing their gas ducted heating with this high-efficiency electric system. On top of that, many households experience significant reductions in ongoing energy bills - especially when paired with solar.
Beyond the financial benefits, the Braemar Dominator Series ® offers year-round comfort with smart zoning, ultra-quiet operation, and advanced air filtration. It’s not just a heating upgrade - it’s a futureready solution for the entire home.
As the push to phase out gas in homes accelerates, switching to a system like the Dominator is also a step toward a lower-carbon lifestyle.
BY ANITA McPHERSON amcpherson@ nemedia.com.au
Regional tourism businesses across the state will receive more support to upskill and boost their business through the State Government’s Regional Tourism Network Industry Strengthening Program.
Earlier this week, Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos announced additional funding for the program, which supports Victoria’s Visitor Economy Partnerships (VEPs) to deliver training and support regional tourism businesses.
Under the program, VEPs will be eligible to receive up to $100,000 each in additional funding, ensuring regional tourism businesses continue to benefit from tailored training programs giving them the skills to grow their business and improve visitor experiences.
Tourism North East welcomed the opportunity, saying it has already benefited from the first round of funding under the program.
last year
Tourism North East was the first organisation in Australia to launch a fully mapped and documented gravel cycling network, including a top 10 of gravel rides unique to the High Country.
He said research showed gravel cyclists were some of the highest yielding cyclists, pedalling hard by day but enjoying themselves at night, accessing local accommodation and multiple hospitality venues.
“The feedback from consumers around that launch has been astronomical - it has completely shifted the thinking of Melbourne - as a key market - around what the High Country can offer in terms of gravel cycle tourism,” he said.
Tourism North East head of visitor experience Dean Cleave-Smith said $100,000 was received under the program last year, which was invested in the delivery of two key programs within local industry, focussing on accessibility, and on cycle tourism.
their understanding and awareness of accessibility needs, how they may cater to people with those needs, and better present their offering to the market.
across the region to refine their product offering for cycle tourists.
continue to be a destination of choice with all cycle tourists,”
Mr Cleave-Smith said.
Mr Cleave-Smith said the Accessible Tourism program involved working with a range of businesses to build
He said the second key program was Ride High Country Preferred, working with a range of businesses
“It’s a key product for the region, supported by our dedicated Ride High Country brand, and it’s a very high yielding business, so optimising the product delivery to that sector is important, so we
“It will culminate in an industry forum in September, where it will be launched.”
Mr Cleave-Smith said cycle tourism was “an incredibly important” sector to Victoria’s High Country, and
Mr Cleave-Smith said the second round of funding was a welcome initiative from the government, and they look forward to submitting a strong application for it.
He said Tourism North East is looking to develop a strategy to market the region’s fabulous waterways, including its many lakes and rivers, exploring the potential to attract tourists interested in water-based experiences and recreational activities.
The Victorian government’s virtual women’s health clinic is now open to all Victorian women and girls of any age –offering free, expert medical advice, treatment and care for a range of women’s health needs.
Led by specialist nurses, the clinic can provide medical advice remotely via telehealth, either online or on the phone, including endometriosis and pelvic pain care, menstrual health, cervical screening, menopause care, breast health care and abortion.
Women in regional and remote Victoria will benefit the most, with services like contraception and abortion traditionally harder to access due to distance from major towns. The virtual women’s clinic is available Monday to Friday from 9am-5pm, by calling 1300 003 224 or via an online form at each.com.au/services/virtual-womens-health-clinic.
A further surge in driving offences from motorists heading to the alpine region has local police shaking their heads.
After detecting 470 offences between 11-14 July at Falls Creek and Mount Hotham, police targeted roads heading to and from Mount Buller from 18 to 21 July.
Officers accounted for 427 traffic offences, including 250 for speeding, 41 unregistered vehicles, 31 defect notices, 28 heavy vehicle offences, five impaired drug or drink drivers and one vehicle impoundment.
Eastern Region Road Policing Inspector Jarrad Dowswell said the results over the past two weekends displayed a clear need to enforce on the roads to and from the snow.
“To catch so many drivers in one weekend is disappointing, but to have almost as many the following weekend just makes you shake your head,” he said.
“These areas can experience extreme conditions and road users should not be taking any risks when getting behind the wheel.”
Operation Eastern Snow has seen police highly visible and enforcing on roads heading to and from snowfields, including Mount Buller, Mount Baw Baw,
Falls Creek and Mount Hotham.
Police are also working alongside Safe Transport Victoria and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator to intercept vehicles at designed checkpoints to conduct compliance checks and conduct alcohol and drug testing.
Police are urging motorists to travel cautiously on roads impacted by snow and ice and drive to the conditions when heading to the state’s snowfields and alpine areas.
Motorists should also check and remove snow from their vehicles before departing the snowfields, to avoid it being dislodged while moving and potentially impacting the driver’s visibility or creating dangerous conditions for other road users.
All vehicles entering alpine areas during the declared snow season are required by law to carry wheel chains and fit them when instructed. Failure to carry chains may result in a $407 fine, while failing to fit them when required may attract a $1018 penalty.
Operation Eastern Snow will continue throughout the Mount Baw Baw, Mt Buller, Falls Creek and Mount Hotham areas during July and August.
By BAILEY ZIMMERMANN
A house fire on Garnet Avenue with no occupants present was contained by firefighters within an hour on Wednesday night.
A Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) spokesperson said FRV and CFA firefighters arrived on scene in the Wangaratta township to find a fire in the roof space of a single storey weatherboard home.
Triple Zero callers reported smoke coming from the roof at 6:30pm.
“Firefighters donned breathing apparatus and extinguished the fire by 7.32pm,” the spokesperson said.
An Ambulance Victoria spokesperson said paramedics weren’t required on scene.
The FRV spokesperson said the blaze was not being treated as suspicious at this stage.
North East Water is inviting customers across the region to provide feedback on its 2026 Price Submission through a newly released ‘Customer Summary’.
This engagement opportunity comes well ahead of the water corporation submitting its final pricing proposal to the Essential Services Commission, Victoria’s independent economic regulator, on 1 October 2025.
The ‘Customer Summary’ outlines a proposed $250 million investment in critical infrastructure that will improve water and wastewater security across the region, support over 9300 new housing connections and 500 local jobs, improve health and environmental compliance, and strengthen climate resilience.
It also proposes to double its Customer Support fund which will help thousands of vulnerable customers a year with payment extensions, bill rebates and access to
concessions and grants.
Managing director Jo Murdoch said the views of more than 6300 customers, gathered across three years of engagement, had helped shape and influence North East Water’s proposal.
“We heard very clearly that our customers are concerned about housing shortages, cost of living and the environment and that North East Water has a role in responsibly address these,” she said.
“They also want us to remain reliable, responsive, sustainable, local and fairly priced and it is these key themes that will guide our Customer Commitments in our next price period.”
Ms Murdoch said more than $1 billion in new or upgraded water and wastewater infrastructure was required for the region in the next 10 to 15 years to respond to housing growth, compliance and climate change.
This included the need for
replacing major trunk infrastructure, upgrading water and wastewater treatment plants, new water storages, renewal of existing pipes and pumps and more, she said.
“North East Water is already delivering $350 million in infrastructure in its current price period, but further investment is urgently needed from 2026-31 to avoid delaying new housing, impacting the environment and increasing future costs,” Ms Murdoch said.
“To cover the cost of this critical infrastructure, we are proposing bills to increase by an average of 5.25 per cent annually, excluding inflation.
“For a typical household using 194kL per year, this would mean a $61 increase in the first year, or $1.17 per week, and a total increase of $340 over five years.
“For tenants, the increase is just $11 in the first year, or 21 cents per week, and $55 over five years.”
Ms Murdoch said even
Prostate cancer patients struggling with their mental health can benefit from free counselling sessions being offered by Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA).
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the country, with more than 26,000 men newly diagnosed each year.
Alarmingly, around one in three Australian men diagnosed will experience anxiety and depression as a result of their diagnosis and treatment, contributing to a 70 per cent increased risk of suicide.
To help combat the dev-
astating impact of a diagnosis and treatment, PCFA launched its free counselling service in 2022 and has since provided over 3200 sessions to men and their partners in critical need of support.
PCFA head of supportive care programs, Bernie Riley, said the service is Australia’s only prostate cancer-specific counselling service.
“Being diagnosed with prostate cancer and undergoing treatment can result in a number of changes both physically and mentally, which can be really confronting for those impacted,” he said.
“That’s where our counselling service steps in.
“Our counsellors help men and their loved ones navigate the challenges of their diagnosis, providing practical strategies for coping with the disease and self-managing the emotional, spiritual, and psychological impacts of what they are experiencing.
“The service exists to help catch men before they fall into isolation and suicidal ideation.”
For more information about the Prostate Cancer Counselling Service please call 1800 22 00 99 or visit www.prostate.org.au.
with these increases, North East Water’s bills would remain on par or below the average for regional Victorian water corporations.
She said the corporation’s average water bills had been among the lowest in regional Victoria and Australia for over a decade.
In 2023–24, North East Water’s average household bill was $1040 which was $500 below the national average and $220 below the regional Victorian average.
Ms Murdoch said that as part of the engagement process, a deliberative forum of 30 independently recruited customers met across five full days to consider tariffs, growth, compliance and service levels.
“The forum recommended annual price increases between 4.92 per cent and 5.87 per cent to support the proposed infrastructure spend,” she said.
“Our proposed bill increases fall between this range.”
Ms Murdoch said North East Water is committed to supporting customers experiencing financial hardship.
“Following consultation with more than 20 support agencies and customers with lived experience, we plan to double our support program to $2 million over five years, assisting over 1000 customers annually through rebates, grants, concessions and other supports,” she said.
“Our proposal also includes tariff rebalancing to reduce impacts on tenants, large families and small businesses, while continuing to reward water conservation.”
Chair of North East Water’s Customer and Community Advisory Group, Ash Gill, said the corporation had delivered a strong and wellrounded engagement program.
“It’s been inclusive and thorough, capturing a wide range of customer voices, including people with lived experience
of vulnerability, Traditional Owners and First Nations organisations, developers, major customers and other key stakeholders,” he said.
“Our advisory group was genuinely involved throughout the process, receiving regular updates and having open discussions about the challenges involved in delivering this program of work.”
“North East Water’s Price Submission Customer Summary is now available on North East Water’s website, and customers are encouraged to provide feedback by 8 August.”
The final submission will be lodged with the ESC who checks water corporations’ pricing plans to make sure they are fair, reasonable and in the best interests of customers.
North East Water’s new pricing would take effect from 1 July 2026 if approved. For more information and to have your say, visit: www. newater.com.au/ps.
The F-2 team and the year 4-6 team dressed in their team colours as a fun way to wrap up a sickness ridden term 2.
As not all the kids are interested in AFL, they decided to make it a sports colours day, which resulted in a variety of colourful team wear, including dance outfits and even a go-kart suit.
GAME ON: Carra F-2 staff Michael Smith and Will Styles showed their true colours, along with (from left) F-2 kids Felicity McBean, Cypress Morton, Bonnie Nottingham, Alice Richardson, Jaxon Saunders, Hamish Brauman, Eleazar Moore and Aviana Panozzo.
ARTS ACTIVITY: Students Efraim Rosith and Ashton McGennisken explore painting practices during Wangaratta Primary School’s NAIDOC Week celebrations.
With over 50 different stands at the recent careers evening, students were showcased different career opportunities as well as pathways to their careers.
From medicine to creative arts and first responders, families were able to ask all their questions.
The school thanked all the professionals who came along to share their expertise.
CAREERS INSIGHT: CCW student PJ Lacy was among those taking the opportunity to learn more, from Dr Jade Radnor.
Students embraced NAIDOC Week by engaging in a variety of meaningful activities that celebrated and honoured Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
The annual mid-winter music concert was a vibrant celebration of musical growth and talent within the school.
The night opened with the Stage Band’s energetic renditions of How Sweet It Is and Valerie, featuring standout vocals from Anthony Chisholm and Lillian Wilson.
The Beginner Band made a strong debut with familiar tunes like London Bridge and Jingle Bells, showcasing their enthusiasm and progress.
A touching moment came from year 11 student Cameron Sgarioto and teacher Keyna MacPhee, whose heartfelt performance of Holst’s In the Bleak Mid-Winter captured the reflective spirit of the season.
The evening ended on a high with the Symphonic Band’s lively Billy Joel medley, leaving the audience uplifted.
Overall, the concert beautifully showcased the passion, dedication and development of the young musicians.
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The activities provided students with an opportunity to deepen their understanding, show respect and connect with the rich cultural heritage of Australia’s First Nations people.
Year 1 student, Tyler O’Dwyer, usually arrives at school ready to go but now he is even more eager to get to school.
The foundation to year 4 classes were excited when they walked into their classrooms at the beginning of term three to see new furniture.
Tables and chairs had been replaced in the junior and middle unit classrooms.
Each student now has greater accessibility to their books as they found individual tubs underneath their table – no more wasting time to get out of their seats to get their workbooks (perhaps to the dismay of a few who like to wander).
The neutral tone of the furniture has also created a greater calmness in the room.
Decluttering has helped create space and less visual distractions for both the students and their teachers and support staff.
By JORDAN DUURSMA
People who have fully recovered from many cancers can now donate blood and plasma in Australia 12 months after finishing treatment under a rule change announced by Australian Red Cross Lifeblood.
Those who have had cancer will no longer have to wait five years to donate, provided they have written confirmation from their doctor that they are in remission and meet all other health criteria.
Those who have had blood cancers will continue to be unable to donate.
Local Lifeblood spokesperson
Shae Burns said this is a major shift from the previous five year wait and opens the door for people from Wangaratta and beyond to be able to give back to the community after their own cancer journey.
“They will need written confirmation from their doctor stating they are in remission and finished treatment one year ago.
“The Wangaratta Lifeblood team is looking forward to welcoming more donors under this change.
“If you have recovered from cancer and want to donate, please talk to your doctor and visit lifeblood. com.au or call 13 14 95 to make an appointment.”
A recent survey by the Kirby Institute, UNSW revealed that over half (54 per cent) of the population believed having cancer made people ineligible to give blood for life.
“Irresponsibility and stupidity”: 175km/h
A SYDNEY man caught driving more than 60km/h over the speed limit along the Hume Freeway has dodged conviction and a fine.
The 20-year-old university student appeared virtually at Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court this week and pleaded guilty to a charge of speeding dangerously.
The court heard on New Years Day this year police detected a white hatchback doing 175km/h on the Hume Freeway near Glenrowan at around 8:30pm.
Officers were unable to gain distance on the vehicle and called police in Wangaratta, who detected the hatchback from the Great Alpine Road overpass six minutes later.
Wangaratta officers clocked the car at 171km/h as they intercepted.
The P-plater had two passengers on board and no P-plates were visible, telling officers he thought the speed limit was 120km/h.
“Honestly officer, I haven’t been focusing,” he said.
Following extensive community engagement and consultation, Rural City of Wangaratta Council has officially endorsed its new Community Vision 2045.
The vision captures the hopes and aspirations of the community and sets the strategic direction for the next 20 years, as required by the Local Government Act 2020. It was shaped by feedback from more than 2000 community members through surveys, workshops, pop-up events, and targeted engagement activities held between November 2024 and May 2025.
The headline, ‘The Rural City of Wangaratta is a place for everyone’, was selected following spe-
Another 28 per cent of the population were unsure, highlighting a large misconception that could be hindering donations.
Lifeblood executive director Cath Stone said the change would provide a greater opportunity for those who have had cancer to safely give blood and plasma while strengthening Australia’s blood supply at a time of record-high demand.
“Cancer patients are the largest users of blood in Australia; they need 11,000 donations each week,” she said.
“Many cancer survivors have relied on blood transfusions and plasma medicines during chemotherapy or surgery, and we know many are eager to give back.”
Lifeblood research found that the current five-year wait can be safely reduced to 12 months, with international evidence showing it’s not necessary for donor or patient safety.
Large-scale studies have confirmed that cancer is not transmissible through blood transfusion. As with all changes to blood
donation rules, this change has been approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA).
On average, more than 5000 potential donors are asked to wait to donate every year due to a cancer diagnosis, a number that has been increasing every year.
In Wangaratta, another 25 donors are needed in the next week to meet patient demand, calling for O- donors in particular.
To find out about donating blood, plasma, or platelets, call 13 14 95 or visit lifeblood.com.au.
cific community engagement in April and May.
The vision highlights the importance of inclusivity, urbanrural balance, and the natural environment as central to Wangaratta’s identity.
Mayor Irene Grant said the new community vision was a reflection of the hopes, priorities, and values shared by our residents.
“It’s the result of community input and collaboration, and I’m pleased with the collective effort that brought it to life,” Cr Grant said.
“I believe it will guide us toward a future where everyone feels they belong.”
The Community Vision 2045 will inform council’s planning
documents, including the Council Plan 2025–2029, the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan, and the 10-Year Financial Plan.
The Community Vision 2045 document is brought to life through artwork by King Valley artist Anita Laurence, a participant in the Council Plan workshops.
Her linocut print, Under a Blue Sky (2017), is part of the Wangaratta Art Gallery Collection and features prominently in the vision’s promotional materials.
For more information download the full Community Vision 2045 document at: www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Our-CommunityVision.
The court heard the defendant and his friends were driving from Melbourne to Sydney.
The vehicle was not impounded being a rental car, with the Sydney man taking on the advice from officers and letting one of his passengers drive the rest of the way.
At court, the university student said it was his first experience driving interstate and he got carried away as he saw the open, country road.
“It was just a mix of irresponsibility and stupidity,” he said.
Police prosecutor Leading Senior Constable Stuart Pritchard said the speeding of more than 60km/h over the speed limit was “manifestly excessive” and would have resulted in death if he was to have crashed or collided with traffic.
Magistrate Megan Casey said while the defendant’s honesty with police was appreciated, a number of driving factors made for a recipe for disaster.
“You’ve got roos, deer, occasional loose cattle; this could’ve ended in absolute disaster and you’re incredibly lucky that it didn’t,” she said.
“The courts are particularly seeing young male drivers speeding and ending in disaster.
“When you do get your licence back, please pay attention.”
The defendant received a mandatory 12-month licence disqualification and was placed on a 12-month good behaviour bond without conviction.
The Winton Festival of Speed celebrates the golden era of Australian motorsport with over 300 historic race cars competing at Winton Raceway, known as Australia’s Action Track.
Visitors can experience the roar of engines and the thrill of competition across a wide range of racing categories, including historic touring cars from the 1960s to the 1990s.
The event also features a grand parade of show cars each day, and over 500 club display vehicles from across Victoria, with spectators able to meet drivers, see the cars up close, and immerse themselves in the sights, sounds and atmosphere of the iconic circuit.
The Winton Festival of Speed runs from today to Sunday, 3 August with gates open from 7am and refreshments available on site.
A series of community popup cinema events supported by the Rural City of Wangaratta, is continuing its winter run, aiming to foster social connection through free and accessible movie screenings.
On Friday, 1 August from 6pm there will be a free community movie night at the Tarrawingee Community Hall, with a screening of the movie Oddball to start at 7pm, with snacks and drinks available to purchase and bookings required at trybooking. com/DAWJC.
Joint exhibition at Art Gallery
An exhibition featuring the work of artists Jacki Macleish and Cath Warnock is open at the Art Gallery on Ovens in Wangaratta.
Called Appealing, it features a selection of Jacki’s colourful figurative, still life and landscape paintings, and Cath’s characterfilled illustrations and narrative art pieces.
See it on Friday and Monday from 10am until 4pm and on Saturday and Sunday from 10am until 2pm, with entry free.
The nationally acclaimed Wangaratta Contemporary Textile Award and exhibition celebrates the diversity and strength of Australian textile art, and it’s a big drawcard for the Rural City of Wangaratta.
So far this year close to 10,000 people have visited the exhibition at the Wangaratta Art Gallery, including regional art lovers and those from further afield who come to see what has been created by artists working at the cutting edge of contemporary textile practice.
Wangaratta Art Gallery director Rachel Arndt said attendees have enjoyed talks by two of the award artists including winner Jemima Wyman, who spoke from Los Angeles, and the gallery’s recently launched initiative, the Analog Art Club, allowed participants to engage directly with the artworks.
Ms Arndt said there have
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also been two school holiday workshops, with many organised groups including six local schools making excursions just to experience the biennial event.
“We’ve had the most amazing feedback from visitors and also positive critical reviews, receiving acknowledgement from the national arts platform Artlink, who noted that as the country’s richest textile award (at $40,000), it has attracted really ambitious works of scale and substance,” she said.
Ms Arndt said among the fascinating works are Charles Levi’s colourful textile installation with its outstretched hands and zippered face, capturing the imagination of both young and
old, with many finding it utterly captivating and striking.
She said Charlotte Haywood’s woven orchids have also been a favourite, while many agree that Jemima Wyman’s work Haze 19 is a worthy winner.
The gallery has also been roundly praised for the presentation of the award exhibition, receiving commendation for the way these quite complex and logistically challenging works have been hung.
The Wangaratta Contemporary Textile Award 2025 exhibition features the work of the 10 finalists, selected from over 430 entries Australia-wide; artists who not only demonstrate a mastery of technique in a broad textile medium, but also innovation and excellence.
It will be on display at the Wangaratta Art Gallery until 17 August.
An exhibition by Newcastle based artist Gillian Bencke is being held in Gallery 2 at the Wangaratta Art Gallery.
Working across sculpture and installation, Us brings together a body of new work that uses the language of museum display to examine our motivation and determination to collect, preserve and express our identities through personal and cultural artefacts.
Bencke’s work re-imagines commonly collected items - ephemera, keepsakes, heirlooms from personal and institutional collections through a textile-based practice - and it is on display until 14 September.
The Wangaratta community market runs every Sunday (except Easter Sunday) at Moore Than Swimming, located at 1113 Mason Street in Wangaratta, from 8am until 1pm.
There are a wide range of stalls to browse with new and used items, plants, fruit and veg and more, with refreshments available.
Stalls are available for just $20 each (no bookings required) and car boot sales are welcome for $15, with more information via the market’s Facebook page or call Sheree on 0401 665 886.
Take a trip down memory lane each weekend by visiting the Wangaratta Historical Society and Museum in the old fire station in Ford Street. The museum is open every Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 1pm and entry is free, with exhibitions updated regularly.
For more information email wangarattahistorialsociety@ gmail.com or drop in and have a chat.
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This week’s featured bird is the Willie Wagtail, one of Australia’s most widespread species.
These birds are constantly active and vocal, behaviours which led them to feature prominently in Indigenous lore.
For example the Bangerang call them Guritcha, meaning that they loiter at the edge of camps, listening to conversations then spreading the “gossip” elsewhere.
Locally they are still found on or near farms and larger house gardens and their call is wellknown, often being uttered constantly throughout moonlit nights, and is interpreted as “sweetpretty-creature” call.
The Willie Wagtail is the largest, and most wellknown, of the Australian fantails.
The plumage is black above with a white belly.
The Willie Wagtail can be distinguished from other similar-sized black and white birds by its black throat and white eyebrows and whisker marks.
The name wagtail stems from the constant sideways wagging of the tail.
Young birds resemble the adults, but have paler, slightly rusty edges to the feathers of the wings
Willie Wagtails are found in most open habitats, especially open forests, woodlands and large gardens with a mix of grass, trees and shrubs.
They tend to be absent from our tall mountain forests. Willie Wagtails are
active feeders with birds constantly darting around lawns as they hunt for insects on the ground.
As they do so, the tail is wagged from side to side, used to disturb winged insects into flight where they can be captured in the air, in active chases.
On farms they are often seen riding on the back of livestock from where they sally forth to catch flying insects disturbed by the animals grazing activities.
The Willie Wagtail’s nest is a neatly woven cup of grass, secured with spider’s web on the outside and lined internally with soft grasses, hair or fur.
The soft lining of the nest, if not readily available, is often collected directly from an animal.
Nests are normally placed on a horizontal branch of a tree or large shrub and even on human structures.
The cream-coloured eggs, speckled with grey and brown are incubated by both sexes.
The young birds stay with their parents until the eggs from the next clutch start to hatch when they are driven away.
If conditions are favourable, the couple may raise several clutches in a single season.
Next time you get the chance to just sit and observe Willie Wagtail take the time to watch them closely as their antics and constant movement are thoroughly entertaining.
For most people, it is easier to think that the trauma of abuse happens in other places, to other people.
It makes people feel safer when they assume that family and sexual violence live in other suburbs, other streets, other homes.
It is harder to see it in local communities, or in the glittering triumph of a tennis star.
But silence and denial are how violence survives.
The world was happy to cheer her on when she was on the court.
But when it really mattered, the world watched on in silence when Jelena was a young, high-profile fixture of the tennis world.
Many people knew something was wrong, that Jelana was not safe.
But the reality is that it’s easier to stay quiet.
CAV invites the community to three unforgettable evenings with Jelena Dokic
To pretend you don’t see.
To think it’s not your business.
If people are honest, they know that they still do this now - in local neighbourhoods, clubs and communities.
Well, it’s time to do better.
It’s time to acknowledge the community sees it, and it’s time to refuse to look away.
This November, as part of the 16 Days of Activism, Wangaratta’s Centre Against Violence (CAV) invites local communities to sit with the truth, and the hope that comes when people believe things can be different.
CAV is honoured to host three powerful evenings with former world number four tennis champion, bestselling author, and survivor, Jelena Dokic.
From Benalla to Wanga-
ratta to Wodonga, Jelena will share not just her rise to global stardom, but the hidden abuse she endured for over 15 years, while the world watched.
Her story is raw, confronting, and necessary.
“We cannot afford to turn away from what is hard”, Jaime Chubb, CEO of CAV, said.
“Jelena’s story shows the power of breaking silence, and we invite our entire community to join us in listening, learning, and standing together.
“Change begins when we are willing to face the truth and take action.”
These events are about coming together to support making the community safe for everyone.
This is about taking responsibility and supporting each other.
They offer time to hear from Jelena, ask questions, and share in honest conversation about how everyone can all help end violence.
Local councils are supporting these events and encouraging their communities to come along and be part of the conversation.
“It is wonderful to have the backing of Benalla Rural City Council, Rural City of Wangaratta, and Wodonga Council for these events,” Ms Chubb said.
“Their encouragement demonstrates our shared commitment to showing up, listening, and working together to end violence in our communities.
SPEAKING UP: Centre Against Violence invites the community to three unforgettable evenings with Jelena Dokic.
“Because even after the darkest of times, there is hope.
“Change is possible, but it does not happen on its own.
“It takes all of us choosing to listen, to speak up, and to stand alongside those who need us.
“Only together can we build the safer, more compassionate communities we all deserve.”
The event will be held in Benalla on 25 November from 6pm at the Lakeside Community Centre, in Wangaratta on 26 November from 6pm at the Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre, and in Wodonga on 27 November from 6pm at the The Cube Wodonga. Tickets will be on sale from 10am on the 14 August.
For more details about the events and how you can be part of this important conversation, visit www.centreagainstviolence.org.au.
Applications for stallholders are now open for the 44th Annual Oxley Bush Market scheduled for Saturday, 1 November.
Staged at the historic Oxley Shire Hall (1875), the market sees thousands of visitors flock to the township to enjoy the event, and wander among the 160 stalls marketing an incredible range of homemade, home-produced, home-grown, upcycled and new items, with a particular focus on supporting local producers and makers
The market officially opens at 9am and runs until 2.30pm.
Visitors to the market will be delighted by the variety of gourmet food trucks and stalls, entertainment by local musicians and buskers and the sheer vibrancy of the event.
With plenty of shaded seating areas, it’s the perfect event to enjoy a catch up with friends, enjoy lunch and wander through the stalls to find some early Christmas gifts.
The market is also widely valued for the contribution it makes to many local fundraising groups, including schools, service clubs and fire brigades.
Bookings for a stall space open today (1 August) and can be made through the online platform Humanitix.
The booking link can be accessed through the Oxley Shire Hall website (www.oxleyhall.com/ bushmarket).
Stallholders are asked to read the rules of the market before selecting the green button to ‘Apply for a Bush Market Stall’.
Bookings will close
at 5pm on Friday, 12 September. Stallholders will be notified if you have been successful in gaining a site by Friday, 26 September. If unsuccessful, a stallholder’s payment will be returned to you in full and you will be contacted by email by 26 September.
For any questions not answered on the event information ticketing page or need additional assistance, email oxleybushmarket@gmail. com. Include your name and phone number so that one of our volunteers can get in touch to assist with your enquiry.
Our community looks forward to seeing you at the 2025 Oxley Bush Market and wishes to thank you for your support.
Friday, 31 July, 2015
By SHARNA MORGAN
Ralph the kelpie x labrador was a hero last week when he saved the life of another dog with his blood.
Dog blood donors are not needed very often, but can be necessary if the animal has a chronic illness or is seriously injured after being hit by a car.
Ralph’s owner, Amy Fuller, knows the team at Federation Veterinary Hospital in Corowa and said she instantly agreed to help when she heard the life of a pug was at risk.
“I actually didn’t think of Ralph’s life, I just said ‘save the dog’,” she said.
Veterinarian, Tanji Batliwawala, said six-year-old Ralph was safe during the procedure, where he was se-
dated and blood was drawn from the jugular vein in his neck into bags.
The blood was then slowly run into the pug through a catheter.
Dr Batliwawala said that while dogs do have blood types, if the animal has never had a blood transfusion before it can normally take blood from any dog.
“We tend not to give blood transfusions unless it’s necessary... Maybe once every six months,” she said.
Ralph spent the night at the vet before he was returned home to Wangaratta the next morning to Miss Fuller, who was anxious to see her little hero.
He had also become an inspiration to her friends and family after she posted about the procedure on Facebook and received a flood of supportive messages in return.
“I was waiting for him in bed thinking ‘is it 7am yet?’,” Miss Fuller said.
“Now I know there’s no major risk involved and he’ll be fine.”
A DOGGIE HERO: Amy Fuller was happy to have her kelpie x labrador Ralph home last week after he saved another dog with a blood donation.
Luke Plummer
Land will be subdivided in Eldorado to make way for more housing on large lot sizes on the fringe of town.
A parcel of land at 10 Eldorado-Tarrawingee Road will be carved up to create seven housing lots ranging in size from 4083m2 and 9530m2.
Plans received four objections, and the matter was deferred to Rural City of Wangaratta councillors to make a decision, with a recommendation to grant a planning permit approved.
The site is located about 800m west of the centre of the Eldorado township at the intersection of Main Street and Mackay Street.
Land immediately adjoining and further to the north, south and west of the site is within the Township Zone, and land to the east of Eld-
BY STEVE KELLY skelly@ nemedia.com.au
orado-Tarrawingee Road is zoned Rural Living Zone.
To facilitate the subdivision, 10 native trees will be removed, as will other nonnative and exotic vegetation.
The four objections contained the views that applicants are absentee owners and don’t have an appreciation of Eldorado; there are other land parcels available in Eldorado better suited to subdivision; vegetation removal and impacts on wildlife and biodiversity; loss of amenity and privacy; increased traffic risks; increased density is not in keeping with the area’s rural feel; and increased pressure
on existing utilities (electricity and water).
However, in the council officer’s appraisal they said
while the matters raised in submissions have some planning relevance, they are not considered sufficient to re-
fuse the application nor seek major amendments.
The assessment against the planning policy identi-
Borinya Wangaratta Community Partnership held its semester one Stand Tall celebration on 3 July.
Stand Tall events are held at the end of each semester, with the Borinya community gathering together to celebrate student achievements.
STUDENT LEADERS: Principal Eamonn Buckley presents 2025 t-shirts to student leaders Ruby Holland, Patty Dobbyn, Shayla Marengo-Ivins, George Fisher and Dylan Graham.
SOLUTION-FOCUSED STUDENTS: Helen
fied the subdivision would create lots suitable for future residential development. While the area does not have a Bushfire Management Overlay, it is within a Bushfire Prone Area.
The assessment also notes that CFA conditions include requirements for future development to establish onsite static water supplies for firefighting purposes.
Cr Harvey Benton thought the subdivision was conducive to the area and he noted that the blocks are large, near the township area.
“It will be a good development for Eldorado,” he said. His thoughts were echoed by Mayor Irene Grant who said she hopes it will enhance the livability of Eldorado’s community into the future.
By DEREK OGDEN, MARQUE MOTORING
With the latest edition, the EV3, hitting the market down under, Kia electrics make up almost as many numbers as a Keno card.
But is there a winner?
Having just sampled the entry-level EV3, and with EV5, 6 and 9, on the dance card down the line, it’s anybody’s guess.
The all-electric small SUV has a lot going for it – sub$50k price, comfortable cabin, fuel economy and sevenyear warranty – designed from the ground up to be a no-compromise EV.
The EV3 sets its sustainable stall out with triple trimlines –Air, Earth and GT-Line – the first with a choice between Standard and Long-Range battery set-up and the latter pair with Long Range only.
The test EV3 Air Standard Range is rated for a maximum distance between charges of 436 kilometres.
The sustainability flag is flown high with Kia’s use of its ‘must have’ environmentally friendly materials such as BioPE and Bio-PP plastic, leather, PU Foam, and Bio and BTXfree paint.
Good use is made of recycled fishing net, PET yarns and felt and fabric.
It’s all part of Kia’s bid to become a leading sustainable mobility provider with more affordable vehicles, according to the company’s Australian CEO Damien Meredith.
As for the latter, the entrylevel EV3 Air Standard Range comes to market at $47,600, plus on-road costs, and tops
out at $63,950 for the GTLine Long Range.
The EV3 comes under Kia’s impressive warranty of seven years or 150,000 kilometres, whichever comes first.
STYLING
The EV3 Air continues to speak to Kia’s signature Opposites United language as well as adding its own angle.
The Air and Earth front incorporates Kia Star Map lighting and Tiger Face family elements.
Aerodynamics shape the side view with flowing geometric shapes, taking in flush front and hidden rear door handles, complemented by Air-specific 17-inch alloy wheels.
The rear follows the front (of course) with further Star Map lighting, with black window frames flowing through the C-pillar to the rear window.
Body dimensions differ according to grade across the EV3 range but share a common wheelbase of 2680mm.
The EV3 takes advantage of the Kia E-GMP platform, squeezing optimum leg, head and shoulder room out of a compact exterior.
Air occupants, however, miss out on heated and ventilated front seats and heated steering wheel.
Three different colour combinations are spread over the EV3 trimlines.
Air models feature cloth trim.
Earth and GT-Line occupants wallow in artificial leather.
MODEL LINE-UP:
KIA EV3 AIR STANDARD RANGE: $47,600
KIA EV3 AIR LONG RANGE: $53,315
KIA EV3 EARTH LONG RANGE: $58,600
KIA EV3 GT-LINE LONG RANGE: $63,950
NOTE: These prices do not include government of dealer delivery charges. Contact your Kia local dealer for drive-away prices.
Earth folk also have the choice between ‘Subtle Grey’ and ‘Light Warm Grey’ artificial leather.
Cargo space is generous for its class, 460 litres available in the rear and a 25-litre cubby in the nose.
Kia lays claims to a homely theme in the cabin, with minimalist details and soft touch points set off by large touchscreen displays and physical buttons for frequently used functions.
These screens are comprised of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 5-inch climate control monitor and 12.3-inch infotainment display with Kia’s latest graphical user interface.
Features across the range include Kia Connect, overthe-air updates, wireless Apple CarPlay or Android Auto And phone charging.
V2L function includes connector kit, and a column-style
shift-by-wire gear selector. There’s hardly a centimetre of space on the double width screen, and some of the info – climate controls, for example – is hidden by the steering wheel spokes.
Also, Air owners miss out on an automatic power tailgate.
The Kia EV3 Air Standard Range is powered by frontmounted permanent magnet synchronous motor, delivering maximum power of 150kW and torque of 283Nm, mated with a one-speed reduction gear automatic transmission. This is good for a range of up to 436 kilometres.
The EV3 ticks most of the boxes with active and passive safety.
Features across the board include Highway Driving Assist 2, Driver Attention Warn-
■ DRIVING SUSTAINABLY: One of many vehicles in Kia’s EV collection, the EV3 is certainly a strong competitor in the small electric SUV department.
ing from sensors built into the steering wheel.
A total of seven airbags include a centre side airbag.
The rating is dependent on EuroNCAP crash testing which, Kia says, will be available later this year.
Kia says a 360-degree camera was not an option because of weight and cost.
In its place is a rear-view camera with guidelines, plus front and rear parking sensors.
The electric ‘charge’ off the mark found in many EVs is not matched by the EV3 in Normal drive mode.
Sport mode puts a spark in the action, at the cost of fuel consumption.
The Air Standard Range with its 58.3kWh battery consumed close to the claimed 14.9kWh per 100 kilometres by the maker over varied conditions of the drive period.
This followed a few door handle dramas with the flush front door access.
Some found the opening action hard to cotton onto at first, especially with only one hand free.
Practice made perfect, however.
Hiding the rear door handle only added to comments of disdain.
Did they really save fuel?
As far as driver warnings were concerned, there were more chimes than Big Ben.
Traffic sign recognition includes an overspeed warning, which had debatable success.
The chime can be disabled by holding down the mute
button on the steering wheel, shutting up the overspeed alert, not the sound when the car detects a new speed limit. It’s possible to turn the latter off.
Kia puts battery charge times on DC fast charging at 100kW in the Standard Range, and 127kW in the Long Range, for claimed 10 to 80 per cent recharging times of 29 and 31 minutes respectively.
AC home charging at up to 10.5kW on three-phase power, or 6.9kW on single-phase, is offered, for a claimed 10 to 100 per cent recharge time of five hours and 20 minutes, to seven hours and 15 minutes on an 11kW home wall box. The test car was timed at 60 minutes for a public station DC fast charge from 36 per cent to 96 per cent.
SUMMARY
Naturally, the Chinese generally boast more luxury for less money in their EVs. Kia’s EV3 is a competitive rival to these leaders in the small electric SUV segment.
RATINGS
Looks: 8
Performance: 7
Safety: N/A
Thirst: 7
Practicality: 7
Comfort: 6
Tech: 8
Value: 7
SPECIFICATIONS (Kia EV3 Air Standard Range,1sp auto, FWD SUV)
STANDARD WARRANTY
Seven years / unlimited kilometres
Seven-years / 150,000 kilometres, battery
You can’t go past this perfect lifestyle property in a great location in the popular township of Oxley.
The property consists of a 3064m2 lot size with a four-bedroom two-bathroom home with excellent shedding.
The main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite with built-in wardrobes to all the other bedrooms.
The kitchen area is open plan with
breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, adjoining family living area plus second living/ rumpus room.
Heating and cooling are well catered for with ducted refrigerated heating and cooling plus wood combustion heating in the lounge room.
Car accommodation is via a double enclosed garage with auto roller door with direct internal access plus separate ga-
rage/workshop approx. 3.5m x 6.8m in size.
Water is secure with town water, plus a rainwater tank for toilets and garden water with a solar system to keep your energy bills low.
The gardens are established with a chicken run, excellent secure fencing for pets and kids to play.
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The kitchen has electric cooking, ample cupboard space, breakfast bar and attached dining area.
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Externally there is a fully enclosed garage with remote roller door and direct internal access, extra space for storage needs plus a secure low maintenance rear yard.
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By GRACE FREDSBERG
Schools throughout the Wangaratta district participated in a Schools Tree Day last Friday, encouraging young minds to learn about their environment and how they can play an active role in preserving it.
Some 850 native plant were delivered to 17 schools across the municipality by the Rural City of Wangaratta council so students could have a hands-on gardening experience.
The chilly weather was no match for Yarrunga Primary School, who were one of many schools getting involved with the nationwide initiative.
Park Lane Nursery donated 250 seedlings to the school to plant in its courtyard to complement the already established vegetation at the back of the school.
Matt Lorback, arts and outdoor educator at the school, said the kids have assisted throughout the whole process, which presented itself as a bit of a work-inprogress.
“We have removed a lot of the old, out-of-date plants, topped up the soil and are finishing it off with new plants,” he said. It was a fantastic education initiative, providing kids with gardening and environmental skills.
“They’re excited to see things changing and a bit of a fresh lease of life,” Mr Lorback said.
“They also see that they’ve made a bit of a difference to the environment.”
St Bernard’s also got involved with the day, with Year 6 students spending time out at the back of the school taking to the secondhalf of their plantings.
Cultural burns were recently completed on a local property, highlighting the growing collaboration between Traditional Owners and local Landcare groups in caring for Country.
The Springhurst and Byawatha Hills Landcare Group, with support from the Mid Ovens Landcare Consortium, successfully
hosted a cultural burn on the property. Organised in collaboration with Bangerang Aboriginal Corporation and supported through the Victorian Landcare Grants Program, the event was the result of months of planning and was especially meaningful given the late-season timing.
North East CMA staff had
the opportunity to attend, observe and take part in the cultural burning.
The burn treated 0.6 hectares of Grassy Dry Forest, aiming to reduce fine fuels and encourage the regeneration of native grasses and ground-layer plants.
The site will be monitored over time by Bangerang to assess ecological outcomes.
This was one of three cultural burns conducted in the Mid Ovens Landcare Consortium area this year.
Bangerang Aboriginal Corporation, in partnership with Warby Range Landcare Group, led a 1.7 ha burn on a privately owned ephemeral wetland at Wangaratta South to protect large old trees and reduce biomass.
Murray Primary Health Net-
work (PHN) has launched a new campaign, ‘His Story. End Silence. End Suicide’, in a bid to reduce the rate of men’s suicide across the North East.
Suicide is the leading cause of death of Australian males aged 15-44 and the third leading cause of death of males aged 45-64.
Knowing that men are typically less likely than women to reach out for support, the campaign has been developed with the help of a consumer reference group to increase awareness and to encourage help-seeking behaviours among men.
Murray PHN CEO Matt Jones says the strength of the campaign comes from involving those with lived and living experience.
“Mental health and suicide touches the lives of many,” he said.
“When we include those who can draw on their own life-experiences, that’s where the real power lies.
“Their unique perspectives have helped to create something that breaks the silence and importantly encourages action, and I thank each and every one of them for their involvement.”
The operator and director of Beechworth Holiday Park have been charged after the alleged sexual harassment of a female worker over a 20-month period.
WorkSafe allege the company’s operator, Bromell Pty Ltd, failed to reduce the risk of psychological injury after its sole director, a 56-year-old man, exposed a worker to health and safety risks between July 2022 and March 2024.
A WorkSafe statement said the operator faced a single charge under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act for failing to provide and maintain a workplace that was safe and without risks to health and the 56-year-old faced two charges under the OHS Act of failing to take reasonable care and failing to ensure a workplace under their control was safe and without risks to health.
The men featured in the campaign also have lived and living experience – bringing a real, strong and emotive visual to the messaging.
“What you see in the footage is the raw reality of my mental health, not acting,” he said.
“If people are struggling and
One of those men is proud Wiradjuri man Buddy Oldman, who said the best thing he had ever done was to ask for help with his mental health.
need help, I encourage them to speak up, not shut up.”
People can view the campaign and find a range of dedicated support resources at hisstory.com.au.
If you are in an emergency situation or at immediate risk of
harm to yourself or others, contact emergency services on 000.
Other support services include Lifeline – 13 13 14 or lifeline.org.
au or Suicide Call Back Service –1300 659 467 or suicidecallbackservice.org.au.
“It is alleged the company failed to reduce the risk of psychological injury by failing to devise a policy on appropriate and inappropriate workplace behaviour, and implementing the policy by training all managers, supervisors and employees,” the statement read.
“WorkSafe alleges the director was solely responsible for the company’s breach.”
The matters are listed for a mention at Wodonga Magistrates’ Court on 2 September.
By SIMONE KERWIN
Work is under way to acknowledge Myrtleford’s historic involvement in the Rotary Youth Exchange program.
The tradition of the 12-month exchange began in Myrtleford in the late 1950s, largely due to the efforts of Rotarian Peter Barnett, and later with assistance from Wangaratta’s Clive Schliebs.
A group has been formed to work on appropriately acknowledging Mr Barnett’s role in the formation of the program, and it has issued a callout to past outgoing and incoming Myrtleford Rotary Exchange Program students, their families or friends to
be part of the process.
John Rogers from Scottsbluff, Nebraska, USA was the first one-year Rotary exchange student, arriving in Myrtleford on 29 January, 1959 for his 12-month stay.
Then, in early 1959, Heidelberg’s John Rutherford and Cobram’s Norman Jordan left for their exchanges to the USA.
It was the realisation of Peter Barnett’s idea for Rotary Youth Exchange, which emerged in 1949 as he and wife Audrey spent time cycling through war-ravaged parts of Europe, learning about other cultures and religions and making friends in the villages they visited.
They became passionately committed to the idea, and accepted the challenge of promoting international understanding, goodwill, peace and friendship through the power of person-to-person contact.
Peter’s idea of sending male and female high school students on exchange met with some resistance at the time, as many believed the best ambassadors would be male university graduates, rather than teenagers.
His plans to offer exchange with Japan and Germany also met with strong resistance.
Peter was responsible for and very proud to offer the program to young women at
a time when opportunities for girls were often very limited.
The first female Rotary exchange student was Marjorie Price from Myrtleford (1960), and the first female exchange student to Asia was Cathie Bianco from Myrtleford (1961), while Bill Ginnivan from Benalla was the first male student to go on exchange to Asia, in 1960.
These exchanges occurred when the White Australia policy, which placed restrictions on immigration, was still in place.
Rotarian Dr Allan Terrett, who is researching the early days of the program, said the exchange program may have contributed to the eventual
elimination of the White Australia policy, by encouraging such cultural interchange, particularly with Asian countries.
Since its introduction, tens of thousands of Australians and hundreds of thousands of high school students worldwide (about 9000 each year) have enjoyed the opportunity of a lifetime by becoming Rotary exchange students.
If you are or know a former outgoing or incoming Myrtleford Rotary Exchange Program student, please contact Dr Allan Terrett via email allan.terrett8@gmail.com or on 0432 358 008 to share your experience.
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Join our community event and help plant native vegetation to support local biodiversity and bushland regeneration.
Sunday 10 August, from 10am to 1pm - Tarrawingee Station (Murray to Mountains Rail Trail) BYO warm clothes, gloves & water bottle. Lunch provided by the Moyhu Lions Club Register by 7 August: https://events.humanitix.com/ rcow-tree-day-2025
2025/26 Community Sponsorships
Applications are now open for the Community Sponsorships Program. This initiative offers one-year funding for local not-forprofit organisations to deliver social, cultural and environmental experiences for our community. Grants range from $1,000 to $10,000 for projects being delivered in 2025/26. Applications close at 3pm on 1 September. More information, eligibility criteria, and to apply: https://www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/ Grants-and-funding/Community-Sponsorships
Find out when your bin will be delivered here: www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/PurpleBinDelivery
The Sport and Recreation Advisory Committee is seeking nominations. This committee plays a vital role in shaping the future of sport and recreation across our region. Whether you’re involved in local clubs, coaching, volunteering, or simply enjoy staying active, your insights and experience can help guide strategic decisions and promote inclusive, accessible opportunities for all. Nominations close at 4pm on Friday 1 August. www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Sport-and-RecreationAdvisory-Committee
18791 Trade Services Panel
Tender closes at 2pm on Thursday 21 August 2025
Council is calling for experienced and qualified tradespeople to join our Panel of Preferred Contractors. The panel will support maintenance and minor capital works across Council-owned buildings and facilities. The panel will be in place for three years. Further details may be obtained by visiting eProcure on Council’s website.
95642 Swan Street Road Reconstruction
Tender closes at 2pm on Thursday 7 August 2025
Further details may be obtained by visiting eProcure on Council’s website.
Enjoy a free night of family fun and community spirit with the Community Cinema series. Held across rural locations including halls, schools and reserves. Upcoming events: Friday 1 August @ Tarrawingee Community Hall, from 6pm Friday 8 August @ Glenrowan Primary School, from 5.30pm Saturday 9 August @ Da Vinci Social Club, Laceby, from 6pm Saturday 16 August @ Eldorado Memorial Hall, from 6pm Friday 22 August @ Bowmans Murmungee Hall, from 5.30pm
Download the Hello Winter brochure with full list of cinema events here: https://bit.ly/3ZtrJxD
Nominations are now open for the Rural City of Wangaratta 2026 Australia Day Awards in the following categories: Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year (aged 16-25) Community Event or Project of the Year. More information on nominating a local hero and forms are available online: https://www. wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Your-Council/Australia-Day-Awards Hard copies can also be collected from:
• Wangaratta Government Centre (Customer Service)
• Wangaratta Library
• Visitors Information at WPACC
37 Rowan Street, Wangaratta 3677
Marty & Mandy HOGAN
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WANGARATTA
Expressions of interest are invited for the Canteen Operations at Wangaratta High School commencing January 28, 2026.
Interested parties are required to attend a site inspection to be conducted at 4.30pm on Monday, August 4, 2025.
Tender documents will be available at that time.
Please register your attendance by calling 03 5723 0500.
Tender applications will close 5pm Friday, August 22, 2025. Kylie Fountain Business Manager.
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GARAGE SALE, Meadow Court, Everton - 3 houses! Moving house, lots of goodies #16, moving house, shed items #14, clothing and plants #11. Saturday and Sunday, from 8am onwards.
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WELDING SUPPLIES CLEARANCE SALE
50 % off welding rods, welding wire and accessories, everything must go! Gordon Gibson Nominees, 42 Rowan Street, Wangaratta.
WANTED to buy pre-decimal coins, $200 coins, sovereigns, florins, shillings, crowns, pennies, half pennies, please call Ray on 03 5721 7341 or 0401 177 370.
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Love people, great wine and a beautiful setting?
Come join our Front of House Team at Brown Brothers Restaurant in Milawa.
• Venue Manager – Brown Brothers
Full time opportunity for a dynamic and experience Venue Manager to oversee our Cellar Door and Restaurant
• Wine & Food Assistants
Casual opportunities available for vibrant, friendly and passionate Front of House Superstars.
We’ve been welcoming guests to our Milawa home since 1889, and our restaurant is at the heart of that hospitality. Whether it’s a long lunch in the sun, a wine tasting with friends, or a celebration to remember, we believe every experience should feel special.
For further information and to view the full advertisements, please check out our Careers page by scanning this QR Code or contacting 03 5720 5500.
An opportunity has arisen for a graphic designer to join one of Victoria’s and NSW leading independent news and media groups, based at our Wangaratta office working on newspapers, magazines and digital properties.
North East Media and its related group companies are seeking a graphic designer. You must be able to multitask, have strong organisational skills and be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. You must also be a team player who shows initiative and be able to work with minimal supervision.
Your experience will include sound skills developing artwork using Adobe InDesign. Experience designing artwork for multiple digital channels, including websites, social media, email marketing would be an advantage.
If you are looking for a new challenge in an energetic and stimulating environment, we would encourage you to apply. Applications should be forwarded to: Kelly Lovell Creative Services Manager
We’re entering an exciting new chapter at the Pinsent Hotel - and we’re growing our team.
If you’re friendly, enthusiastic, and ready to be part of a great local venue, we’d love to hear from you.
There are opportunities in all departmentswhether you’re starting out or building your career in hospitality.
DROP YOUR RESUME in venue or email phemployment@southfork.com.au www.pinsenthotel.com.au
Agri-Gene P/L, Australia’s largest privately owned genetics company located at Wangaratta, has a challenging full-time position available for a Despatch Officer. Duties will include handling of bovine semen and embryos, packing and despatching stocks to A.I. Centres throughout Australia and co-ordinating import and export shipments. Applicants should be:
1. Computer literate with the ability to learn new systems.
2. Experienced in stock control and inventory systems.
3. Excellent time management and organizational skills.
4. High level of Customer Service and teamwork.
5. Hold a current Drivers Licence.
6. Interest in the A.I. Industry and Animal Breeding is desirable
If you would like to apply for this position, please send your Resume to the General Manager, Chris McIlroy at accounts@agrigene.com.au
Applications close Monday, August 4th, 2025.
Are you keen on working outdoors?
Are you interested in teaching young people?
Are you keen to learn new skills and gain a qualification in Outdoor Leadership? Outdoor School – 15 Mile Creek and Bogong Campuses are seeking, enthusiastic people who have an interest in Outdoor Education to apply for their 2026 traineeship intake.
Positions are available at both campuses for a 12-month appointment starting 12 of January 2026. Further information and how to apply is available by calling 03 57666247 or emailing rhys.evans@education.vic.gov.au
Applications close Friday 3/9/2025 at 5pm.
BOYD, Rachel Glenys. 26/10/1981-24/7/2025
Daughter of Pat and Glenys (dec). Step-daughter of Lorna. Sister of Neil and Sandra. Step-sister of Crystal. Forever in our hearts.
CASTILLO, Roberta.
BEATTIE, Kathleen Mary.
Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Dearly loved wife of Knowles (dec).
Loved and loving mother and mother-in-law of Gavin and Sheridan, Darren and Leanne. Cherished Nan of Kirra and Brendan, Natika and Alex, Carly and Nick, Thomas and Hayley.
Cherished Great-Nan of Xavier, Heath, Abbey, Aiden and Andii.
Loved dearly. Reunited with Knowles.
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BOURKE (MICHELINI), Vicki May.
Passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 27, 2025 after a brave battle with MND at the age of 75.
Beloved wife of Ian (Pa).
Adored mother of Kerri and Kim.
Adored mother-in-law of Vin.
Cherished Nan to Naomi and Lee, Jami and Ray, Kyra and Ben, Kalcee and Branden and Addyson.
Loving Gran to Amitee, Tip and Clayton.
Special GG to Oakley, Violet, Jack, Bentley and Will. #FCKMND
BOYD, Rachel.
26/10/1981 – 24/7/2025
She’s in the sun, the wind, the rain. She’s in the air you breathe with every breath you take.
She sings a song of hope and cheer, there’s no more pain, no more fear.
You’ll see her in the clouds above, hear her whisper words of love. You’ll be together before long, until then listen for her song! Fly high beautiful cousin.
~ Love Tammy, Glenn, Holly and Riley Smith and Aunty Dawn xxoo
The Committee of Management, Management, Staff and Residents of St Catherine’s extend our deepest sympathy to Voret, Louise and family on Roberta’s passing.
CASTILLO, Roberta.
Members are saddened by Roberta’s recent passing. Roberta was a valued member. Rest in peace. ~ Ladies Probus Club of Wangaratta.
CROSHER, Edward George “Ed”.
31/3/1951 – 30/7/2025
The family of Ed is saddened to announce his passing after a short battle. Loved Dad of Brad and Matt. Father-in-law to Rosie and Jana. Grandad to George, Oliver, Aayla, and Marlee. Loving partner to Brenda. Sadly missed.
DUNSTAN, Raymond Edwin. 29/8/1929 - 28/7/2025
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Aged 95 years.
Dearly loved and adored husband of Isabel for 70 years.
“What a beautiful life we have had together. I am full of gratitude for the love and adventure we shared”.
Adored father of Rhonda and Ray Stamp, Helen and Wayne Dennis, Allison and John Dell’Oro, Elizabeth and Steve Mason, Ian and Nicole and Murray and Christine.
Cherished Grandpa of Matthew, Aaron, Heath, Jack, Katherine, Richard, Andrew, Ashley, James, Ryan, Oliver, Alexandra, Tom, Will, Sam, Harry, Bella, Tom, Emily, Edward and Alex.
Dearly loved Great-Grandpa of 29 great-grandchildren.
“A remarkable man is gone now, and this world seems a little lessened. How lucky we were to have loved you for so long”
DAD
Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. Your love is still our guide
LONG, Denis James. 28/9/1937 - 21/7/2025
Passed away peacefully at Illoura surrounded by loving family. Aged 87 years.
Dearly loved husband of Rosemary (Rosie). Loved father of Andrea, Michael, Geraldine and Christine and father-in-law of Natasha and Brett. Cherished grandfather (Pa) of 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. A private family service to farewell Denis was held on Thursday, July 31, 2025
“OK, you better get going then”
MUNRO, Mavis.
Members are saddened by Mavis’ recent passing.
Mavis was an inaugural member and a past President, Vice President and committee member of our Club. Rest in peace.
~ Ladies Probus Club of Wangaratta.
McCORMACK, Brian “Hop”.
Passed away peacefully at Benalla Health. Aged 77 years.
Husband of Ann (dec). Father of Karen and Scott and stepfather of Sharon, Chris and David.
Rest peacefully now, Hop.
McCORMACK, Brian “Hop”. May you rest in peace now, you are with Mum again. I remembered the kindness you’ve shown me in my times of need. Forever grateful.
~ Sharon and Dean.
MUNRO, Heather “Mavis”. Much loved and loving Mum and mother-in-law of Ian and Sharon Payne and Heather and Ray Champlin. Devoted Gran to Warrick, Rhett, Toby and Jonathon and loving Gran Nan to Oliver and Charlotte. As per Mavis’ wishes, a private memorial service will be held.
The funeral service to celebrate the life of Mrs Vicki Bourke will be held in the Mason Park Chapel, 95 Mason Street, Wangaratta on Thursday, August 7, 2025 commencing at 2pm.
Burial will follow the service at the Tarrawingee Cemetery.
Relatives and friends who are attending the service are invited to wear Red and Blue for Milawa, Black and White for Collingwood, or something yellow.
In lieu of flowers a donation in memory of Vicki to MND Victoria would be welcomed. Donations can be made online at https:// www.mnd.org.au/donate
Vicki’s service will be available to view via livestream at www.masonpark.com.au/live-streaming/
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The funeral service to celebrate the life of Ed Crosher will be held in the Mason Park Chapel, 95 Mason Street, Wangaratta on Thursday, August 7, 2025 commencing at 10.30am.
Burial will follow at the Wangaratta Lawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, a donation made in Ed’s memory to Carries Beanies 4 Brain Cancer would be greatly appreciated.
Donations can be made online at www.carriesbeanies4braincancer.com
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Relatives and friends are invited to a celebration of the life of Ray Dunstan to be held at the Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway, 29-37 Ryley Street, Wangaratta on Friday, August 8, 2025 commencing at 2pm.
A private family burial will have preceded this service.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Wangaratta Lions Club can be made in honour of Ray. Donations can be made online https://www.lcif.org.au/donate.php
Ray’s service will be available to view via livestream at www.masonpark.com.au/live-streaming
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The funeral service to celebrate the life of Brian “Hop” McCormack will be held in the Mason Park Chapel, 95 Mason Street, Wangaratta on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 commencing at 2pm.
Burial will follow the service at the Wangaratta Lawn Cemetery.
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u are loved
BEDFORD, Maureen Xenia.
The family of Maureen wishes to extend our sincere thanks for the condolences and support that we have received since her recent death.
We are deeply thankful to the staff and volunteers of St Catherine’s for their loving care of our Mum over the past four years.
Thank you also to The Phillipson St Clinic and North East Funerals for your professionalism and care of Maureen. Please accept this as our personal thanks.
PARKES, Anthony John AM “Bishop John”. 6/8/1950 – 3/7/2025
The Parkes family would like to thank everyone who sent flowers, cards and messages on John’s death.
Many thanks to the staff, nurses and doctors at Phillipson Street Clinic, Palliative Care, District Nursing, Northeast Health, The Albury Cancer Hospital, Dr James Robertson, Dr Brett Hamilton and Sherwin at Milawa Pharmacy. Thank you to Bishop Clarence E Bester, the Dean, the Clergy, the Laity of the Diocese of Wangaratta and all those involved with the organisation of John’s Memorial Service and luncheon that followed. Our thanks to all who travelled long distances to be with us at this service.
We give our thanks to North East Funerals. Their ability to work with us to make sure that John had the funeral he wanted will always be appreciated.
To Ben, Judy and William at The King River Café for your care, thank you. Particular thanks is extended to Rev’d Dr John Davis who cared for us all
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Family and friends can make a donation in lieu of flowers in recognition of the medical care and attention provided.
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By BAILEY ZIMMERMANN
A pair of young Wangaratta boxers are eager to make a big first impression on the amateur boxing scene as they glove up for their first fights in Melbourne this weekend.
Paige Clayton, 16, and Tom Solimo, 20, will hit the ring at Lilydale Community Centre Saturday afternoon to make their long-awaited debuts.
Both fighters hail from UFA Boxing Wangaratta and trainer Greg Foster said he was extremely excited to see what his proteges have to offer in their first Victorian Amateur Boxing League bout.
“I’m very proud of them, both of them have been travelling a lot for sparring,” he said.
“I’m excited for them, you never know how they’ll go but their opponents sound like they are evenly matched.”
Foster said the pair have made regular trips to gyms in Shepparton, Wodonga and Albury to help increase versatility against different sparring partners and better prepare them for the unpredictability of the ring.
was 10-year-old.
After being on and off with the sport for some time, the 20-year-old said COVID reignited his passion for boxing, and he set out with stepfather Foster to get himself ready for a fight since.
“I’ve been building up confidence over the past few weeks; I’ve been training for a few years and I finally get to showcase my skills in front of an audience,” he said.
tunity has finally come.”
Clayton has been sparring with UFA for around two years, initially getting into boxing to improve her fitness.
But she said she became hooked, switching from netball to the gloves and working her way towards her first fight.
“I’m feeling very nervous but also very excited because it’s been leading up for a while,” she said.
For Solimo, his debut fight has been a long time in the making since he first picked up a pair of gloves when he
“I’ve been close to the sport for a long time and I’ve been meaning to have a fight for years, but for a variety of reasons I’ve never had the chance to do it.
“I’m really glad the oppor-
Foster said Solimo’s southpaw stance would be sure to play in the mind’s of his opposing fighters, while Clayton’s range and wingspan was her greatest strength.
Wangaratta’s long distance running talent was on show at the School Sport Victoria cross country championships held at Yarra Valley Racecourse last week.
Wangaratta High School student Merlin Tzaros was crowned a School Sport Victoria state cross country champion, starring in the 1720 years boys’ section though he’s still five months from turning 17.
Cathedral College’s Max Coll finished third in the 14 years boys’ section, and was also part of the silver medalwinning 14 years boys combination representing Cathedral in the teams event, along with Archie Knobel, Harris Bruneau and Sam Elkington. In the multi-class events,
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Wangaratta District Specialist School student Lara Pearson also claimed gold, competing in the 15/16 years multi-class category where she finished in front of fellow WDSS student and silver medallist Mia Godwin.
Another WDSS student, Milly Wilson, also collected a medal with bronze in the 11 years MC girls event. WDSS physical education teacher Rowan Barrow said the school was proud of its runners’ performances. Tzaros, a year 11 student at
the high school, finished his run in a time of 15:46.54 to win by 11 seconds in a field of 89 runners drawn from about 300 Victorian secondary schools.
Tzaros was the youngest in the race, and WHS sport coordinator Jud Mullins said he was believed to be the first student from the school to claim state cross country gold; the most recent WHS cross country medallist was Xanthea Dewez, who won silver as a year 12 in 2013.
The 16-year-old athlete now has three SSV medals, including a 3000m silver from last year’s track and field championships and a silver from the 2022 cross country.
Both occasions were the only other times Tzaros has been able to compete at state titles, due to injury, illness and COVID-19 lockdowns.
The Wangaratta West Primary School product is having a prosperous year; he was the AusTriathlon Australian Triathlon Champion in April on the Gold Coast, and the School Sport Australia Australian Aquathlon Champion in Perth in March.
The multiple-time VIC Triathlon State Series Triathlon state champion will soon compete at the All Schools Cross Country Nationals in Ballarat, and the World Triathlon Championships in
Wollongong in October as part of the Australian team. There’s also the August 5 WHS athletics carnival, where last year he ran the fastest 1500m time in the school’s 116-year history.
Other runners from the high school to compete at the state cross country championships were year 12 Phoebe Bosley finishing 24th of 70 runners, year nines Clarence Lampa and Jed Murray 43rd and 71st of 93 respectively, and year eight Paige-Lee Dummett 74th of 100.
Other athletes representing WDSS were Matt Watson (7th in 10 years MC boys), Aiden Carmen (6th in 11 years MC boys), Eli Fitzger-
ald (8th in 11 years MC boys), Will Leahy- 6th - 15-16yrs MC Boys, Harry White (14th in 15-16 years MC boys), Jack Elliot-Scragg (6th in 17-20 years MC boys); Denny Weston (19th in 17-20 years MC boys), Bailey Mackrel (22nd in 17-20 years MC boys); and Dylan Vescio (24th in 17-20 years MC boys). Representing Galen College at the SSV event were Judd Campbell, who placed 82nd in the 12-13 years boys event; Lennie Cashman 66th and Hayden Winter 83rd in 16 years boys; and in the 1720 years boys event, Dexter Hill placed 44th, Eli Green placed 49th and Paddy Bennett placed 79th.
Wangaratta Table Ten nis Association rising star
Sienna Bajada said she was thrilled with her time as part of the Victorian delegation who competed at the 2025 Australia National Table Ten nis Championships.
Held in Traralgon in early July, Bajada was a pivotal member of the Victorian under 17 girls squad who took on the best in the country and proved their mettle.
While the title would be taken out by the other Victorian team, rather than Bajada’s Victoria B team, she said her first experience at the top level was incredible.
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“I didn’t expect to make the state team but I was training hard so I could surprise myself and have a potential chance at making it, although it felt like a distant thought most of the time and felt like an unreal dream that I could make the state team,” she said.
“I was nervous at the start but I then gained excitement and super thrilled that I’d be playing the sport I love the most for a full week.”
JUBILEE GOLF CLUB
Saturday, 26 July
Men’s Monthly Medal Stroke
A grade winner: Gordon Paterson
+4. B grade winner: Martin VanRhee
Medal Winner -1. C grade winner: Brendon Essex C/B Michael Lugg +1.
Best Scratch: Wayne Roberts 85.
Ball winners: Michael Lugg +1, Jeffrey Elliott +5, David O’Connor +6, Neville Hogan +6, Wayne Roberts +6, Ian Harbourd +6, Alex Gibbs +7, Daniel Fogarty +8.
NTPs - 4th: Garry Walder, 8th: Les Naidoo, 13th: Ian Dinsdale, 17th: Bronte Bruce.
Monday, 28 July
Veterans Winner: Ian Harbourd 36.
Ball winners: Alex Gibbs 35 C/B.
NTPs - 8th: Keith Moorhead.
Tuesday, 29 July
Ladies’ Monthly medal Stroke
Winner: Linda Stone +7.
Best Scratch: Di Murphy 95.
9 Hole: Kaye Pink 13.
Ball winners: Liane Graham +9, Marilyn Pane +11.
NTPs - 4th: Vicki Moorhead (Pinsent Hotel), 8th: Vicki Moorhead (Finer Food Pantry), 17th: Di Murphy (Appin Park General Store).
Wednesday, 30 July
Men’s 9 hole stableford
Winner: Mark Dean 20.
Bajada said the competition was stiff, and it was a gruelling schedule at times.
“There’s three in a team, we had to play two teams per day,” she explained.
“The first three days, Sunday to Tuesday, were team verse team, Wednesday to Thursday was doubles and Friday to Saturday was individual singles.
“I played well considering
it was my first nationals, I was feeling excited and ready to give it all I had and I had some great close matches.
“The highlight of the tournament was I was neck-andneck in a very close and tough five set match against a highly-ranked player that gets coached five days a week - we had some intense and great rallies.”
While she was unable to
cinch her first national title, Bajada said she’d be working hard to have another crack at it.
“It was a great experience, I learnt so much from my coaches, got to know my teammates more and made some new friendships,” she said.
“Since coming back from the nationals, I won the under 17s club champion -
ships in Yarrawonga, and the month before I won a gold medal in my division at the country championships.
“I do wish to stay in the sport for many years.
“My goals are to improve more and more and to play in tournaments around Victoria so I can be selected again to play in the state team in Canberra next year.”
Boorhaman Golf Club invites you to a fun and meaningful Saturday Night 9 Hole Golf Competition on 30 August.
Led by club captain and local publican Nick, the night promises great food, great company, and a great cause.
Enjoy a delicious roast meal prepared by Nick from the Boorhaman Hotel and a roaring bonfire to keep warm.
The event is family-friendly, with plenty of additional games and activi-
Ball winners: Kevin Elliott 15, Peter Walker 14, Ray Gibbs 14.
NTPs - 13th: M Dean.
Thursday, 31 July
Ladies Par and 9 hole Stableford
Winner: Josie Fitzsimons -2. 9 Hole winner: Pauline Mercer C/B 14.
Ball winners: Joy Hester 2 Balls -3.
9 Hole: Kaye Pink 14.
NTPs - 4th: Joy Hester, 13th: Linda Stone, 17th: Di Murphy.
WANGARATTA GOLF CLUB
WGC Competitions: Week ending 27 July
Wednesday, 23 July
Men’s 18 Hole Par Event
Winner: Michael Webster +1.
Runner Up: Arnold Sparks 0 C/B.
Ball Winners: Stuart Bowman, Joseph Hargreaves, Trevor Trimble, Lachy Moore.
NTPs – 2nd: Matt Niedra, 4th: Stuart Bowman, 13th: David Ryan, 16th: Trevor Trimble, 18th: Michael Webster.
9 Hole Stableford Event
Winner: Leonard Chandler +1 C/B.
Runner Up: John Walker +1.
Thursday, 24 July
Women’s 18 Hole Stableford
Event
Winners: Lorraine Adams 36 points.
Runners Up: Sue McCall 34 points.
NTPs - 18th: Jill Halbwidl.
ties to keep everyone involved - whether you’re swinging a club or just soaking up the atmosphere.
Teams of four can enter for $150, which includes competition entry, a ‘night’ golf ball per player, and your meal.
Individual entries are also welcome at $40 per person and will be placed into a team.
This year, the club is proud to partner with Looking Over the Farm Gate to pro-
Results for Monday, 28 July are as follows:
Elise Downes and Jed Hart d Margaret Bennett and Roger Kellaway 5/3, Joan Dyson and Bronwyn
Townsend d Dawn Wind and Val Lisle 7/5, Cheryle Beckley and Nathan Reynolds d Christine Ireland and Terry Wilson 7/3.
On Monday and Wednesday, Val Lisle and Roger Callaway from Bendigo visited while in the area for a few days and enjoyed some games with our members.
Last Saturday, Elise Downes ran a hoop on an angle from 10yards and on Wednesday we had fourteen players enjoying some games in the winter sunshine. Play is at 1.00pm on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Please arrive 15 minutes earlier to allow for a draw to be undertaken. The club is located at 46 Ryan Avenue, Wangaratta. For further information please contact president Susan Fischer on 0417 217 009 or secretary Terry Wilson on 0417 326 739.
The Warby Range Bushwalkers held three weekend walks in late June and then in July.
mote mental health awareness in rural communities.
It’s more than just a game - it’s a chance to connect, support one another, and have a laugh under the stars.
To keep up to date, view the club’s website or follow them on socials Facebook and Instagram.
Entries close 24 August for catering purposes - to register, contact Nick at the pub on 0459 929 143.
Saturday, June 21, Mount Sugarloaf.
This medium graded walk of about 9.5km started at the corner of Woolshed Road and Warner’s Track east of Eldorado.
A group of 15 walkers headed off with bush on one side of the track and farmland on the other, and the track soon became steep and often washed out.
Arriving at the summit of Mount Sugarloaf we were rewarded with brilliant views over the Woolshed valley and with Mount Buffalo in the far distance.
The group included a family of three who were on their first walk with the club.
We experienced fine weather, most welcome for the shortest day of the year.
Saturday, 5 July, Mount Porepunkah from One Mile Creek side.
A pack of five attendees walked along a bush road from One Mile Creek ascending 500m over 6km to the summit where they enjoyed lunch and great views before descending back to the start.
A cold but fine day with mostly blue skies, the clouds built up and appeared threatening at times, but the group stayed dry.
Sunday, 20 July, White Box Walk, Chiltern, Mount Pilot NP.
An 8.5km loop walk from the
Honeyeater Picnic Area.
This walk took in the goldmining landscape of the Golden Bar Mine in the remnant Box-Ironbark Forest.
Coming Events
Saturday, 2 August, Mount Glenrowan – Jeanette, 0417 546 974.
A choice of two walks: an easy to medium walk of approximately 11km along the Ridge Track to Morgans Lookout at Mount Glenrowan via Chick Hill, or a medium walk of approximately 15km following the Casuarina and Moonlight Tracks to reach Morgans Lookout and return via Chick Hill. Both walks have a short steep climb on bitumen to the communications towers.
Possible waterfalls along the Moonlight Track, if there’s been sufficient rain, a steep climb along the Moonlight Track of approximately 120m over approximately 1km, excellent views from Morgans Lookout.
Sunday, 17 August, Barry Falls, Eldorado - Jeanette, 0417 546 974.
An easy/medium walk of approximately 10km in the ChilternMount Pilot NP, taking the Warbler Track to Barry Falls (a waterfall if there’s been recent rain), and then onto some mining ruins off Niehoff’s Road.
Mostly on gravel roads, and bush tracks, with less than 200m ascent/ descent.
All roads led to the Oxley hall last Monday night, when 22 players rolled up to take part in the weekly social table tennis competition.
And although outside temperatures were down, from the moment the doors opened, the social and physical atmosphere was red-hot.
Ripping straight into gear, ‘up and ready’ David Harris and ‘Mr Consistent’ Martin Butcher took on Phoebe ‘no freebies’ Morgan, and new to the comp but not new to the sport, Dan Walton, in a showdown of talent and tenacity from start to finish.
As each pair worked hand in glove to combine their talents to bring their opponents undone, it took plenty of brain power, and a measure of strength, to capitalise on every opportunity that came their way towards bringing the other down to earth.
Different game styles, but one purpose in mind, saw scores fluctuate right throughout, until Phoebe and Dan fired the last shot, to take the cake in a nail-biter.
‘Sharpshooter’, Debbie Brunken drew the short straw when she partnered June Uebergang to line up against ‘young gun’ Caleb
Gillies and ‘more senior’ Neil Brock in what developed into a game of trial and a few errors, interlaced with precision and possibility, as each pair worked tirelessly to force their opponents into error on every point.
With Debbie’s consistency, June’s ‘here’s hoping’, Neil’s all-round consistency, and Caleb’s ‘right on top of it’ mentality, the close-scoring game certainly had it all.
As the game progressed, Debbie and June took hold of the lead, which Neil and Caleb gradually whittled back, until finally Debbie and June won by the skin of their teeth.
A great contest was on show when the in-form big hitters, Mick Gervasoni and Jason Mullins, and Hugh Spring and Manni Poulos, locked horns in a Games standard spectacle of high proportions.
And it would have been a brave person to place bets on who would come home with the win, as it took so many high standard strokes before each point was won or lost.
Accurate stroke making, mixed with ‘grand slams’ provided the variety to drive the players and captivate onlook-
ers – who won? Dunno.
Having already played umpteen games, Katie Woodberry and Richard Morgan were right in the groove when they challenged ‘new girl on the block’ Florence De Soutter and ‘all-rounder’ Adrian Brunken to ‘catch us if you can’ in what was a game for all seasons. With all players literally flying to place themselves into their preferred positions to attack and defend long, short, wide and narrow balls, it was a wearing but worthwhile and enjoyable performance from go to whoa. Scores were neck and neck
for much of the game, but after Florence dished up a hard-driven table edge shot, she and Adrian snuck the win by two points.
Adam Rivett was fully focussed when he lined up for his first appearance at the weekly event – partnering his daughter, Madelien, who was also making her debut performance, they pulled out all the stops in their very busy game against the Jacob Hardiman/Olivia Strack combo.
And with each pair giving their all, it was a ‘ding dong’ (or ping pong) battle from the first point.
With Adam and Madeline rivetted into complementing each other’s game style, and Jacob and Olivia intent on giving their all – combining as one, it was a tough test for all.
And in the game of positive thought and delivery, it was anyone’s game to win - no final scores were recorded, but big smiles and high fives indicated it was a win for all.
When Sharene Gervasoni and Pete Spring lined up to play Mick Gervasoni and Richard Morgan, both pairs announced they were ‘here for business’, and as Marc Antony said to Cleopatra,
“we didn’t come here to talk.” And these words were played out to the last letter, as each player gave their all in desire, determination, and delivery, to wield the knockout blow on every point.
With everyone travelling in top gear, it was a nail-biter, where more ‘give’ than ‘take’ saw both pairs pulling ‘cats out of the bag’ in their bid for victory - however, final scores revealed Sharene and Pete ‘pinched the eye out of the needle’.
In a break in play during the evening, everyone gathered to offer belated birthday greetings, and to sing the Happy Birthday song to the surprised Katie Woodberry and Neil Brock, while each blew out the candles on their cakes.
After another night of nonstop fun and games everyone tucked into fine treats and a cuppa or two, while enjoying the opportunity to have a chat with old and new friends.
Adults and secondary school students of all ages and abilities are welcome to join the group which meets at the Oxley hall each Monday night at 7pm - BYO bat, $2 entry, and a plate to share.
The under 16 boys put in a strong performance in an exciting and fast-paced game against United on the weekend.
The team got off to a fantastic start, dominating early play and surging ahead to a 2–0 lead.
Tom Wright was quick to capitalise on the early momentum, slotting through two impressive goals.
Lachie Rymill and James Wheeler also found the back of the net, each contributing one goal to the scoreboard.
Despite the boys’ continued efforts, United managed to gain the upper hand, eventually taking the win with a final score of 7–4.
Tom Wright and Harvey Rivett were standouts throughout the match, Alistair Merritt also played a key role, passing with precision, and Joseph Robertson put in a solid performance and worked hard throughout the game.
Atticus Thomson and Hamish Kerr showed great composure under pressure and made several smart plays, while in goals, Noah Fitzgerald had a strong showing, stopping numerous shots and keeping the team in the contest with several crucial saves.
DIVISION TWO MEN
In true wintery conditions, the fourth-placed division two men played against the Wombats who are fifth on the ladder.
In the first quarter both
MAINTAIN POSSESSION: EMMA GALL KEEPS THE BALL OFF HER OPPONENT.
teams attacked and defended in what looked like a really well-matched game.
In the second quarter the Dragons applied more pressure and achieved a number of attacks on goal.
In the final few minutes before half-time a short corner produced the first goal for Michael McMurrie of the Dragons.
In the third quarter the Dragons really worked as a team across the whole field.
It was hard for the Wombats to block or intercept the ball, leading to goals for Edward Roberston and Matt Vogels
The Dragons were 3-0 up and the Wombats had to come back strong.
Alex James in goal, defended a number of short corners but the Dragons still intercepted the ball and Shannon Beacom finished the game with a tap into the goal, leading to a 4–0 win.
DIVISION THREE WOMEN
The West End Cycles Wangaratta division three women’s team had an outstanding
performance on Saturday afternoon, taking on Wodonga White at home.
The game started off a little slow, but it didn’t take long for the team to find their rhythm.
With strong passing from the backline through to the forwards, Wangaratta quickly began to dominate the field.
The weather proved to be a major challenge, with constant rain turning the pitch into a slippery mess.
Players were sliding and falling throughout the match - Charlotte Bongers providing one particularly memorable moment!
However, the team pushed through the tough conditions, playing with grit and spirit.
Amelia Bock opened the scoring with a great finish, followed by Sharon Watkins securing the second goal, helping the team to a wellearned 2–1 victory.
UNDER 14 GIRLS
The under 14 girls Dragons were coming off a four-week break and could have been
forgiven for being a little rusty up against the top of the ladder Falcons.
However, the girls were switched on from the start and proved to very competitive in the first half and held the Falcons scoreless.
Mary Edwards provided drive from the midfield and provided many opportunities for Isabella Coghetto who looked dangerous in attack.
With a lack of substitutions, the girls tired in the second half and eventually went down 5-0, but they can be very proud of their events.
Emily Edwards continues to improve in her role in the midfield and Emma and Maddie Shallue consistently run hard, up and down the wings to provide options for their midfielders.
It was another 8.15am start in Albury on a cold and wet morning for the under 14 boys.
The winter bugs have hit our team hard, and we only had nine players for this
match against the Falcons.
We were grateful to have Arlo Rivett helping out from the U12’s team, and Lewis Henderson who had just stepped off a long flight but amazingly showed no sign of jet lag.
Falcons were able to take advantage of their unmarked players and created good space and broke through for a number of goals, however many more were defended.
Running to cover the extra space was a highlight, our boys worked very hard for the whole match - Cooper Drage had a strong game in defence, as did Will Reilly.
Joseph Robertson was as always a rock in goals, and James Wheeler ran hard all game, attacking and defending.
Harvey Rivett worked hard to provide attack, having to cover a lot of ground to take passes and work the ball forward.
Arlo, Lewis, Leo Fidge and Chris Munzel battled hard marking as many players as they could.
The Falcons chose not to
field a goalkeeper, and James broke through late in the game taking advantage of the open goals to score for the Dragons, with the final score 10-1 to the Falcons.
The SF Builders division three men’s team took on United in heavy wet conditions on Saturday afternoon.
Even though the field was like a swimming pool with plenty of puddles, United started the game fast as they usually do, but the Dragons were up to it, matching their pace early on.
Trading short corners throughout the first quarter, the Dragons were behind on the score board 2-1 but were still in the game.
For the rest of the game United were the more dominant team though with the Dragons suffering injuries to key players, and having to reshuffle the line up they were unable to hold out United, going down 5-1.
Aaron Rhodes had a best on ground game performance, making some fantastic patches of play in the difficult conditions to keep the United defenders honest all game.
Dragon junior James Wheeler played his first senior game and in the difficult conditions played like he was a regular part of the senior team.
The Dragons are looking to turn their recent results around as they take on Falcons on Saturday afternoon at home at Cathedral College.
By STEVE KELLY
Rural
City of Wangaratta
Council has approved an extra $120,000 to be spent in the 2025-26 budget to cover funding for new lighting at Targoora Park, the home of the Wangaratta Rangers Baseball and Softball Club.
The budget amendment comes after the Victorian government announced $352,500 for the new lighting following council’s successful application under round two of the Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund.
As a condition to secure the state funding, council is required to contribute the remaining $120,000 to fully fund the project.
​The investment consisting of a 500 lux lighting upgrade will enable the installation of lighting at diamond one, improving safe-
ty, increasing training and competition capacity, and supporting the long-term development of baseball and softball in the region.
The project aligns with council’s strategic commitment to enhancing local sporting infrastructure and fostering inclusive participation in community sport.
​During the budget process, council officers chose not to include this project (and other matched-funding projects) due to the uncertainty of grant outcomes.
The intent was to seek council funding via future savings if the grant application was successful.
At the July council meeting last week, Wangaratta resident Jenny Hart queried whether members of the public impacted by light
were informed of the new lighting.
“I believe residents on Wenhams Lane received a letter - our property and other properties that get
direct light pollution from these light towers have never received any form of notification to enable us to participate in the process about the installation of these light
By NATHAN DE VRIES
Wangaratta City FC’s senior squads will make their glorious return to the AWFA competition this weekend after both men’s and women’s division one sides had the bye last round.
After sitting out last week’s deluge and soggy ground conditions, the Devils will be basking in the sunlight when they head to Apex Park, Cobram, to face off the roar.
One of the more challenging road trips on the AWFA fixture, both the men’s and women’s teams will be up against staunch opposition.
The division one women will need to win their last three games and hope results fall their way if they want to make finals.
The Lady Devils currently sit just in the cut on eighth, two points ahead of Albury
United on the bottom of the ladder.
Last time they faced the Roar, it was a shellacking through the middle of the park, Wangaratta losing 2-4.
Women’s coach Raul Pahina said plans were in place to stymie Cobram’s ball movement.
“Every game seems to be a massive game for us, Cobram will be no different,” he said.
“Last time we played Cobram they dominated us in the midfield, so we plan to strengthen up the middle and force them wide.
“We should be going into this weekend full strength but know playing Cobram at their home ground is always difficult.
“The mood is still positive, you wouldn’t pick we are bottom of the ladder based off the atmosphere around the team.
“We are hopeful to make finals and a win this week
LIGHT ‘EM UP:
Council has approved its $120,000 contribution to the Targoora Park Baseball and Softball field lighting project that will benefit more than 400 members at the club. Pictured are Lily Britton (front), Mayor Irene Grant, Leah Dinsdale, Candice Jones, Donna Smedley, and Makayla Pool.
PHOTO: Shane Douthie
towers, for the existing ones or for these proposed ones,” she said.
“I object to the variation on that basis and it also has direct impact to the future lots
on C86 (230-lot subdivision) that you just approved.
“They will be directly impacted by the light pollution and this was raised as an issue to be considered in the planning and engineering report.”
Council director community and infrastructure Marcus Goonan said the project hasn’t had its design finalised yet as council has only just received the funding.
“There will certainly be further consultation and they (the lighting installation) will follow Australian standards,” he said.
Cr Harry Bussell noted that the lighting improvement will be really positive on people’s health to be able to exercise and the lights will enable this given the limited number of daylight hours.
While the weekend’s baseball matches were forced to be called off due to wet grounds, Wangaratta Baseball Softball Sports Club came together to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the club’s formation
The club has grown in leaps and bounds since the amalgamation of Wangaratta’s two clubs
– Wangaratta Dodgers and Wangaratta Saints - in 2000 due to the lack of player numbers, to this year having two A grade teams, two B grade, one C grade, and four junior teams.
The celebrations went ahead with nibbles and drinks all afternoon with around 80 or so mem-
bers in attendance.
The club president, Nathan Pool had sent out a questionnaire to the two ex-presidents of the amalgamated clubs: Terry Martin for Dodgers and Gary Sanders from Saints (who was holidaying in Queensland but answered via email and through his son Matt who currently plays for Rangers).
Both admitted that they hated the idea of closing their clubs, but knew after trying to get new players and failing, that the only thing to do was join and move forward as one.
From the sight of all the members that were present on Sunday, that was all the proof needed
that it was the right thing to do.
The trophy shelf has likewise benefitted from the amalgamation, with the club winning premierships in three grades in 2004 (seniors, B grade and juniors), A grade in 2015 and 2024, and over 100 players playing baseball for the club each Sunday over the winter months.
In other club news, a massive effort is being made to restart softball in the district over the summer months in some form, whether it be mixed or women, and the possibility of twilight games on Friday nights during daylight savings.
The club recently received
two grants which will improve the venue - one being lights to diamond one where they will be able to play night games and hopefully get a Melbourne game or two to come up to Wangaratta, and the other is to improve the female toilets with a complete refit.
This Sunday, the club hopes to get back on the diamond and play round 12 with Wangaratta Rangers Black having the bye in A grade and under 15s, B grade and under 12s playing Bears Gold at Targoora Park, while Rangers Orange play Porepunkah Panthers in all grades at Porepunkah.
this weekend.
There are just three matches left before finals, and the top six of the A grade ladder is still very much in flux.
While Milawa are most likely to take out the minor premiership with a two-game buffer, second through to sixth could all change dramatically, as teams fight to give themselves the best chance come the finals.
Reigning premiers Bonnie Doon sits fifth overall on the ladder, and will rip into their last three matches with vigour after taking the bye last weekend.
BY NATHAN DE VRIES ndevries@ nemedia.com.au
competition in Goorambat, who will be eager to continue their form after coming agonisingly close to knocking off ladder leaders Milawa.
Finals are always different, more of an even playing field and everyone is playing their hardest. I know for us it’s been a difficult year with the team changing most weeks, so we’ll be looking forward to stability.
BOMBERS COACH MICHELLE TANNER
With a wealth of experience in September netball, Bombers coach Michelle Tanner said simply making the cut was half the battle.
“I think we’re probably just ready to start finals and see how we progress,” she said.
“Finals are always different, more of an even playing field and everyone is playing their hardest.
“I know for us it’s been a difficult year with the team changing most weeks, so we’ll be looking forward to stability.
“There’s no specific aim to make any particular spot on the ladder, we’re just grateful to be there amongst it.
“Once finals hit, it’s anyone’s game.”
The Bombers last three matches feature two fellow finalists, and their first assignment couldn’t be much harder.
PHOTO: Melissa Beattie
Pride and finals on the line for Lions, Newton on the cusp of 100 goals
■ From back page
With three games remaining, and currently averaging 7.62 goals per game, Newton is on track to finish high on the league’s records of regular season goalkickers, trending somewhere between Bright forward Tom Mullane-Grant’s 2019 total of 113 goals in the home and away season, and Moyhu legend Shane Moore’s haul of 132 from 2005.
Newton said while he was excited to potentially bring up the milestone, one which
has so far eluded him over his illustrious career, it was a pure team-first mentality heading into the weekend.
“It’s always nice to have little wins along the way, but my main focus is definitely on the job at hand,” he said.
“We’ve got Paul Glanville breaking the senior games record this week, so that’s also a little win for him along the way, but if we focus too much on individual moments, we’ll distract ourselves from what the job is that we need to achieve.
“It’s a milestone, but the job’s not done.”
Whorouly are at home to North Wangaratta this Saturday in round 18, with reserves football from 12pm and seniors from 2pm.
In other senior clashes around the league this weekend, the Bats are at home to the Bombers with fourth spot up for grabs, the Hoppers head up the mountain to take on Bright, Greta hosts Tarrawingee, and the Demons are up against Benalla.
This weekend, they take on one of the best defensive teams in the entire
While the Bombers managed to hold off the Bats 49-35 last time they faced off, Tanner won’t take that as a clear advantage heading into this weekend.
“We’ve got three tough games to end the year so it will be one game at a time,” she said.
“We definitely don’t have an edge over Goorambat, it will be anyone’s game.
“As for their defence, I think we have our own structures in place so sticking to our game plan will be what we will focus on.”
Elsewhere, Moyhu has a chance to make a play for finals when they take on sixth-placed Bright, who are a game and a half safe inside contention.
Should the Hoppers get up, they’ll need to win one of their last two games and hope Bright come up short – it’s a long shot, but the belief will be driving the Hoppers onwards. In other games, Whorouly hosts North Wangaratta, Greta is at home to Tarrawingee, and the All Blacks take on Milawa at Friendlies Reserve.
By SHANE DOUTHIE
Wangaratta’s Ovens and Murray netball teams return from the bye refreshed and raring to go for the final four matches of the 2025 season.
For Wangaratta Rovers, it gives the A grade side the opportunity to continue its development of the bevy of young players rising through the ranks when they face second-placed Yarrawonga at the WJ Findlay Oval.
The day will also be a special ladies day celebrating a fantastic day of netball, football, food and fun.
Rovers netball coach Gracie Reid said the goal against Yarrawonga is to bring the same intensity and teamwork they showed against the Magpies in the derby.
“We played consistent, four-quarter netball and supported each other from start to finish,” Reid said.
“With just four games left in the season, our focus is on applying everything we’ve learnt this year and putting it into action every quarter.
“We’ll concentrate on starting each term strong, owning the first five minutes and take each centre pass as it comes.
“Yarra currently sits second on the ladder, and with Corowa, who are on top, coming up next, the next two rounds will challenge us.
“But we’re ready. We’ll set small, achievable goals each
game, work together, and see just how far we can go as a team.”
The team welcomes back Bec Kreltszheim who will bring her usual energy to proceedings but Kara O’Donohue is out with an injury, and Sophia Pasquali has now reached her quota of A grade games for the season so will also be missing.
“Stepping up to support the team this week are Kyia Wohlers and Milla Schubert,” Reid said.
“We’re grateful to have
them on board and know they’ll bring strength and versatility to the court.”
Due to the ladies day festivities, B grade will be at 10.20am, same time as the under 17s, and A grade will start at 1pm, the perfect launch to the celebrations.
Tickets include gate entry, welcome cocktail on arrival, nibbles, hot canapés and donuts, live entertainment from 4–9:30pm, and entry into an amazing raffle, with all proceeds supporting Project 365.
your ticket – no sales on the day.
For Wangaratta Magpies the mission remains the same, keep winning to keep their finals hopes alive while counting on fifth-placed Lavington to slip up.
The Magpies have been at the window of the top five for a while, just two points behind the Panthers, but each week Lavington has done enough to secure the win and maintain the gap.
This week Magpies face fourth-placed North Albury while Lavington meets thirdplaced Wodonga Raiders so both teams will have their hands full considering each conceded the points against the same opponents earlier in the season.
“Yes, it’s a crucial game, like they all are at this stage,” Magpies coach Shea Cunningham said.
“We’ve taken a lot from the earlier match this year and have worked hard to adjust our structures and decision-
making under pressure.
“Reversing that result starts with controlling the tempo and being clinical across the whole court.”
The Magpies will field the same side that ran out prior to the bye and Cunningham said they will have to be at their best against North Albury to have any chance.
“As for the Hoppers, they’ve got threats across the court,” she said.
“Their midcourt transition is sharp, and they’ve got shooters who can turn a halfchance into points.
“We’ll need to be switched on defensively and disciplined in our setups.
“On our side, keep an eye on Claire Wilson, she’s been electric in recent matches and is primed for a big performance.
“Leah Jenvey has also been quietly building momentum, and her positive leadership will be vital.”
Cunningham said there was little between the sides earlier in the year before the Magpies finally succumbed by seven goals.
“I thought we matched them quite well for the first three quarters last time,” she said.
“We just let them get the better of us in the final quarter so we are mindful of that heading into the match.”
By NATHAN DE VRIES
There’s one month to go before the Ovens and Murray finals series kicks off, and Wangaratta Rovers will be eyeing off locking in the minor premiership
Both Wangaratta teams will be ripping and ready to get stuck into the last month of the home and away season, after sitting the weekend out with the second half of the split round.
The Rovers will resume their season at home, hosting an injury-laden Yarrawonga outfit on the pristine grass at WJ Findlay Oval.
Co-captain Tom Boyd said his side welcomed their weekend break.
“It was a good little period to have a refresher – I think we played six or seven straight, so the bodies were ready for it,” he said.
“It was a good chance to fresh-
en up, but keen to get back into it this week.
“Stu Booth came back just before the bye and got through unscathed, played limited minutes in the seconds side, so hopefully he’s right to go.
“Apart from that, everyone’s fit, firing and ready to go.”
The Rovers sit a game clear on top of the ladder, within striking distance of both the minor premiership and the all-important second chance come September.
Boyd said while it would be nice to finish the regular season on top, it wasn’t the be all and end all of their season.
“It’s [minor premiership] not something that’s really spoken about, we’re just taking it week by week at the moment,” he said.
“We know that if you don’t play your best footy week to week you can get beaten by anyone, and certainly with the ladder so close,
you get beaten one week and you might drop a couple of spots.
“I think if we can play our way and implement the messages Sam [Murray] sends to us, it’ll hold us in good stead.
“It’s not necessarily about changing anything or trying to rediscover anything, it’s more practising what’s been working and making sure we can perform in high-pressure situations.”
Yarrawonga appears to be a shadow of their former selves through a litany of injuries to key players, particularly in the midfield.
The rematch of last year’s grand final, a 10-goal belting thanks to the Rovers, and the Pigeons’ eighth-place on the ladder, are symptoms of a tough year.
“It’ll be interesting to see what sort of side they name,” Boyd said of the Pigeons.
“They’re a list full of quality
players but they’ve just had an unfortunate run of injuries and whatnot throughout the year.
“For us, it’ll just be about trying to play some front-half footy, because we know they’ve got some talent up their forward half.
“Getting some ascendancy in the middle and keeping it in our forward half will only benefit our defenders and let us set up the ground well.”
While the Rovers are at home, the Magpies hit the road to Bunton Park to take on North Albury in what should be a stunning match-up.
Both teams sit with records of 9-5 heading into the weekend, and will be jostling to secure a prime spot heading into finals.
Fresher bodies, plus memories of a 53-point thumping the last time they went toe to toe, will give the Magpies all the confidence in the world.
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Tom Solimo (left) and Paige Clayton are juggling the feeling of nerves and excitement as they get ready for their first amateur fight this Saturday in Melbourne.
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This weekend’s match against North Wangaratta is hands down the biggest of Whorouly’s entire season, for a litany of reasons.
Firstly, a win this weekend will lock the senior Lions in for their first finals appearance since 2019 - lose, and their future is still up in the air.
Whorouly enters round 18 at sixth overall, just two matches clear of the Hawks in seventh – win, and the gap will be insurmountable.
BY NATHAN DE VRIES ndevries@ nemedia.com.au
Secondly, the Lions will want to make amends for their previous match with North Wangaratta, which saw the Hawks produce a final quarter for the ages to storm home by 27 points back in round 13.
After trailing for the entire match, but slowly whittling away at the lead, the Hawks booted seven goals to two in the final term to blow the Lions away.
Whorouly coach Michael Newton said the pain of their loss to the Hawks was a massive motivator heading into the weekend.
“We’re disappointed with the result against them last time, to allow a last-quarter fade out that we did,” he said.
“We’ve got a lot riding on this week, given what’s on the line with finals, it guarantees us finals if we win this.
“I think the excitement of the opportunity should be enough to get the boys up and about.
“I don’t think it’s a situation where we do need to overplay it because we’ve put ourselves in this situation throughout the year against good opposition – we’ve been able to beat Goorambat and Milawa over the last couple of weeks, and we’ve knocked off Bonnie Doon, so we’ve knocked off three to five on the ladder.
“We’ve shown to ourselves we’ve been able to step up in these games, so I don’t think it’s an issue.
“It’s exciting for the club,
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FOR 65 years now, the Logie Awards have seen Australian television’s A-listers get themselves all glammed up to celebrate the best of the best local talent (and let’s be honest, checking out their frocks on the red carpet is at least half the fun here).
For this year’s awards, comedian Sam Pang (pictured) is returning for a third stint as host, and he can’t wait to get back on that stage at The Star Sydney.
“I am very excited to return for another Logies,” Pang says.
“It’s been an honour to host the last two years and I’m looking forward to again celebrating the talented people and amazing shows that combine to make the Australian television industry something everyone can be proud of.”
Also in contention for a threepeat is two-time Gold Logie winner Hamish Blake. But he’s the odd man out in a nomination
line-up that features six women: Home and Away icon Lynne McGranger, A Current Affair host Ally Langdon, The Voice’s Sonia Kruger, I’m a Celebrity… Get Me
Out of Here! host Julia Morris, new Back Roads presenter Lisa Millar, and MasterChef Australia’s Poh Ling Yeow. Voting for the big one remains open right up until 10.30pm on the night, so there’s still time to have your say.
The ABC leads the nominations, with 45 across 23 categories (including two for the inaugural Ray Martin Award for Most Popular News or Public Affairs Reporter), but it’s not all trophies and acceptance speeches – gravelly voiced rock legend Jimmy Barnes will be on hand to provide entertainment.
THE 65TH TV WEEK LOGIE AWARDS
Seven, Sunday, 7.30pm Red carpet arrivals from 7pm
Thurs 31st July at 10:00am
Mon 4th August from 12:30pm
Streaming from Friday, Apple TV+
The trailer for this historical epic miniseries gives off serious Vikings and buff leading man ( Momoa) and scenes of tribal warfare. If it’s even half as good as that Travis Fimmel drama was, this is definitely worth a try.
Momoa wrote, produced, stars in and even directed the final episode of this Polynesian passion project. It follows the story of warrior Ka‘iana of Kaua‘i (Momoa), a Hawaiian chief trying to unify the islands as they face the impending threat of Western colonisation. It’s pretty compelling source material, making it all the more baffling that this story’s been almost completely ignored on-screen until now, and surprising that it took all of Momoa’s star power (and perhaps the promise of the muscular sixfoot-four actor in a loincloth) to get this across the line.
Told largely in native Hawaiian language, with a predominantly Polynesian cast and some seriously intricate costumes it has an authentic feel, despite the fact that it was shot in New Zealand’s Bay of Islands (Kiwis Temuera Morrison and Cliff Curtis are also among the cast) rather than the aloha state. The scenery there is every bit as stunning as Hawaii and between that and all the bare chests and butt cheeks, if nothing else, this is a visually very attractive show. – Emily Delahunt
Passion project: Jason Momoa brings warrior Ka‘iana to life in Chief of War
THE BAY
Streaming, BritBox
In the opening episode of this gritty crime drama’s fifth season, a university student turns up dead by the docks and DS Jenn Townsend (Marsha Thomason, pictured) must push aside her own grief over the death of her father to support the girl’s divided family. Has Jenn gone back to work too soon, or will she be able to give the murder investigation the attention it deserves?
Streaming from Friday, Prime Video
Can the star power and sporting experience of legendary American quarterback transform an English football club accustomed to more than a century of heartbreak? This authentic five-part docuseries is about to find out. As one of Birmingham City FC’s owners, Patriots icon Tom Brady (pictured) is the face of the series, which sees the club face relegation and navigate multiple managerial changes.
THE GREAT AUSTRALIAN BAKE OFF Streaming, Binge
Comedian Tom Walker (pictured) steps into the shoes of the late Cal Wilson to host alongside Natalie Tran as this sweet treat returns for its eighth season. There are also a dozen new amateur bakers stepping into the shed to show off their skills in Cake Week, making creations that are bound to give you serious sugar cravings – and leave you feeling jealous of judges Rachel Khoo and Darren Purchese.
MY OXFORD YEAR
Streaming from Friday, Netflix
When American Anna (Sofia Carson) arrives in Oxford for a year abroad studying poetry at the historic college, she is immediately captivated by the romantic atmosphere of the place – and a certain charming local named Jamie (Queen Charlotte’s Corey Mylchreest, pictured). But with Anna’s time in town limited and an impressive job waiting back home for her, can the pair have any future?
TWISTED METAL
Streaming from Thursday, Stan
This post-apocalyptic video game adaptation is back for a second season, which sees our charismatic leads John (Anthony Mackie) and Quiet (Stephanie Beatriz, pictured) finally enter the Twisted Metal tournament. This means viewers get much more of the vehicular combat scenes that were the best part of the video game, as well as introducing some unhinged new characters.
SMILLA’S SENSE OF SNOW
Wednesday, SBS, 9.15pm
Three decades after Peter Høeg’s dystopian thriller novel was first published, its message is more relevant than ever – his Copenhagen of 2040 is a surveillance state beset with political tensions and facing a looming energy crisis. In this adaptation, we find Smilla (Filippa Coster-Waldau, pictured, daughter of Game of Thrones star Nikolaj), a smart young loner who is happy to keep to herself until she makes a connection with an Inuit boy. After he is found dead, she grows desperate to get to the bottom of what she is convinced (thanks to her knowledge of and affinity for snow) was not an accident. In her quest for the truth, Smilla sets sail for Greenland, where her unusual abilities will prove vital.
AUSTIN
Sunday, ABC TV, 7.30pm
Literary fame is calling for plucky young writer Austin (Love on the Spectrum’s wonderfully authentic Michael Theo, pictured) when his novel is picked up by an international publisher in the second season of this hit comedy. Success is also calling for his father Julian (Ben Miller, Professor T) and stepmother Ingrid (Sally Phillips, Veep), who have sold their Big Bear series to Aussie TV execs. However, Julian’s lingering scandals see him cut out of the creative process – an axing that he won’t take lying down. DNA test results are the hot topic of tonight’s premiere – is Julian really Austin’s father?
DANCING WITH THE STARS Monday, Seven, 7.30pm
It’s been quite the year for Dancing with the Stars – shock exits, fiery clashes with the judges and Shaun Micallef’s (pictured) escalating efforts to break Dr Chris Brown and Sonia Kruger have all made it a memorable season. Tonight’s grand finale sees the final six celebrities – comedians Felicity Ward and Micallef, newsreader Michael Usher, AFL legend Trent Cotchin, Away star Kyle Schilling, and podcaster Brittany Hockley –leave it all on the dance floor with their freestyle routines as they attempt to claim the Mirrorball.
Tuesday, SBS Viceland, 8.30pm
The ultimate survival series, makes Survivor look like a resort vacation. This US edition has seen contestants brave the wilds of Patagonia, Mongolia and several chilly Canadian landscapes. We’re now two weeks into its 11th season and seven survivalists are still sticking it out in the wilderness near Inuvik in Canada’s Northwest Territories. When we left off, aid worker Timber (pictured) had set his sights on taking down a moose. If he can play his cards right, he’ll be set up with protein for weeks –but if not, he risks attracting bears to his campsite.
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6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Dateline. 2.30 Insight. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 How Disney Built America. 8.20 Aerial Australia. New. 9.15 Smilla’s Sense Of Snow. New. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Who Do You Think You Are? US. 11.35 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. 2.05 Lady Jane Grey: Murder Of A Child Queen. 3.10 Weeks Of War. 4.05 Blue Water Safari. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Dead In The Water. (2021) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 The 1% Club UK. 8.30 The Front Bar. 9.30 Unfiltered. 10.00 Ashley Cain: Into The Danger Zone. 11.20 Stags. 12.20 Imposters. 1.20 Touching Evil. 2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. 1.00 Space Invaders. 2.00 Pointless. 3.00
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 4.15 WorldWatch. 6.15 The Food That Built The World. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 MOVIE: The Killer Inside Me. (2010) 10.30 MOVIE: The Vault. (2021) 12.35 Snowpiercer. 2.25 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 The Zoo. 9.30 NBC Today. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Lewis. 10.45 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 11.45 Late Programs.
6.00 The Loss Of A Teardrop Diamond. (2008) 7.40 8 1/2. (1963) 10.15 First Snow Of Summer. (2023) 12.10 Ondine. (2009) 2.05 Lara. (2019) 3.55 Manganinnie. (1980) 5.35 The Company. (2003) 7.40 The Heartbreak Kid. (1993) 9.30 Book Of Love. (2022) 11.30 My Salinger Year. (2020) 1.25 One Fine Morning. (2022) 3.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 American Pickers. 1.00 Pawn Stars. 2.00 Outback Truckers. 4.00 Counting Cars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.30 Caught On Dashcam. 10.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. 12.00 World Aquatics Championships. Singapore 2025. Heats. 2.30 Are You Being Served? 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: Home At Seven. (1952) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 The Closer. 11.40 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 11.30 Deal Or No Deal. 12.00 Stephen Colbert. 1.00 The Neighborhood. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 The Neighborhood. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30 King Of Queens. 5.00 Becker. 5.30 Frasier. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Moonraker. (1979) 11.05 Seinfeld. 12.05 Pretty Little Liars. 1.05 Supernatural. 3.05 Reunited. 4.00 Barbie: A Touch Of Magic. 4.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Shopping. 8.00 Pooches At Play. 8.30 Tough Tested. 9.30 Numb3rs.
2.55 The Day The Rock Star Died: Elvis Presley. 3.35 The Cook Up. 4.05 Jeopardy! 4.30 Letters And Numbers. 5.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 6.00 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Great Australian Road Trips. New. 8.25 Into The Amazon With Robson Green. 9.20 Snowpiercer. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Who Do You Think You Are? 11.35 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. 2.05 Lady Jane Grey: Murder Of A Child Queen. 3.10 Weeks Of War. 4.05 Blue Water Safari. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: Secrets Exposed. (2022) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Football. AFL. Round 21. Western Bulldogs v GWS Giants. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.00 Kick Ons. 11.30
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.00 Andy’s Global Adventures. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.40 The Inbestigators. 7.55 Junior Vets. 8.25 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.10 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 9.40 Dance Life. 10.30 Merlin. 11.15 Kids’ Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 4.05 WorldWatch. 6.05 Over The Black Dot. 6.35 Travel Man. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Curse Of Oak Island. 10.10 The UnXplained. 11.00 Homicide. 1.45 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Home And Away. 8.30 Father Brown. 9.30 Line Of Duty. 10.50 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.20 Manganinnie. (1980) 10.55 Falling. (2020) 1.00 I Love You Too. (2010) 3.00 The Movie Show. 3.30 The Loss Of A Teardrop Diamond. (2008) 5.20 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991) 7.40 Charlie And Boots. (2009) 9.35 Some Kind Of Beautiful. (2014) 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Highway Patrol. 3.00 The Force: BTL. 4.00 Counting Cars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Towies. 8.30 Clarkson’s Who Wants To Be A Millionaire UK. 9.30 Air Crash Inv. 10.30 Million Pound Pawn. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.30 Are You Being Served? 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Carry On Screaming! (1966) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 TBA. 9.00 World Aquatics Championships. Singapore 2025. Finals. 11.10 The Real Murders Of Atlanta. 12.10 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: For Your Eyes Only. (1981) 11.10 Seinfeld. 12.10 Pretty Little Liars. 1.10
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Poh’s Kitchen. 10.30 Home Delivery. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. 12.00 News. 1.00 Bay Of Fires. 2.00 Muster Dogs: Collies And Kelpies. 2.55 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? 4.45 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 ABC News. 7.35 Gardening Australia. 8.35 Patience.
9.25 Hard Quiz.
9.55 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee.
10.45 ABC Late News. 11.00 Austin. 11.30 Silent Witness. 12.30 Rage New Music. 5.00 Rage.
6.00 WorldWatch. 8.00 WorldWatch. 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 1.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Great Australian Road Trips. 3.00 Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. 4.00 Garma Festival 2025 Opening Ceremony. 5.30 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 6.30 News. 7.30 The Good Ship Murder. 8.25 The Royals: A History Of Scandals. 9.20 Britain’s Most Luxurious Train Journeys. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Who Do You Think You Are? 11.35 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. 2.05 Romulus. 3.55 Scotland’s Extreme Medics. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 Your Money & Your Life. 1.30 Border Security: Int. 2.00 Better Homes. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 AFL: Friday Night Countdown. 7.30 Football. AFL. Round 21. Adelaide v Hawthorn. 10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. 11.15 GetOn Extra. 11.45 Dancing With The Stars. 1.05 The Disappearance. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 NBC Today.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 World Aquatics Championships. Singapore 2025. Heats.
Spawn Point. 7.50 MOVIE: Yogi Bear. (2010) 9.15 Robot Wars. 10.15 Merlin. 11.00 Officially Amazing. 11.25 Kids’ Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 4.05 WorldWatch. 6.05 If You Are The One. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Love And Sex In South Korea. 9.35 Sex With Sunny Megatron. 10.45 Homeland. 1.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Weekender. 3.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.30 The Great Outdoors. 4.00 Better Homes. 5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better Homes. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Bran Nue Dae. (2009) 6.35 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991) 8.55 3 Days In Quiberon. (2018) 11.05 Book Of Love. (2022) 1.05 The Heartbreak Kid. (1993) 2.55 The Movie Show. 3.30 The Company. (2003) 5.35 The Grass Harp. (1995) 7.35 Hope Gap. (2019) 9.30 Bergman Island. (2021) 11.40 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 American Pickers. 1.00 Pawn Stars. 1.30 My Road To Adventure. 2.30 Desert Collectors. 3.30 Timbersports. 4.00 Counting Cars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Motorbike Cops. 8.30 MOVIE: The Help. (2011) 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.20 Are You Being Served? 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Train Of Events. (1949) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Broncos v South Sydney Rabbitohs. 9.55 Golden Point. 10.45 MOVIE: Rambo: First Blood Part II. (1985) 12.45 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 King Of Queens. 2.00 Becker. 2.30 Frasier. 3.30 The Neighborhood. 4.00 Everyday Gourmet. 4.30
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Never Say Never Again. (1983) 10.15 Seinfeld. 11.15 Veronica Mars. 12.15 Pretty Little Liars. 1.10 Supernatural. 3.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 5.10 The Monster At The End Of This Story. 5.45 Peter Rabbit. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.30 Teenage Boss: Next Level. 8.00 Kids Baking Championship. 8.40 Chopped Junior. 9.20 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Speechless. 10.45 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 11.10 Kids’ Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.40 Heartbreak High. 3.25 A Bite To Eat. 3.55 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 4.40 MythBusters. 5.30 Car S.O.S. 6.15 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent. 7.05 House Of Games. 7.35 QI. 8.05 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. 8.55 Live At The Malthouse. 9.50 Extras. 10.50 Late Programs.
6.30 News. 7.30 Great British Cities With Susan Calman. 8.20 The Princes In The Tower: New Evidence. 9.55 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. 2.05 MOVIE: Merkel. (2022) 3.50 Scotland’s Extreme Medics. 5.15 WorldWatch.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 3.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 4.05 WorldWatch. 6.05 Mastermind Aust. 6.35 The Frontier. 7.30 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 James May: Our Man In Italy. 10.30 Cracking The Code. 12.35 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.45 Bran Nue Dae. (2009) 10.20 Some Kind Of Beautiful. (2014) 12.10 Charlie And Boots. (2009) 2.05 Fried Green Tomatoes. (1991) 4.25 3 Days In Quiberon. (2018) 6.30 Barefoot In The Park. (1967) 8.30 Million Dollar Baby. (2004) 10.55 5 To 7. (2014) 12.45 Late Programs.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 Horse Racing. VRC Season Premiere Race Day, Jockey Celebration Day and Teddy Bears Picnic At The Races. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Great Outdoors. 7.30 Mysteries Of The Pyramids. 8.30 MOVIE: Angels & Demons. (2009) 11.15 MOVIE: Gunpowder Milkshake. (2021) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 It’s Academic. 5.00 Million Dollar Minute. 6.00 Getaway. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. 12.00 World Aquatics Championships. Singapore 2025. Heats.
6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 Room For Improvement. 12.30 Last Chance Learners. 1.00 Better Homes. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 5.00 Slow Train Through Africa. 6.00 Every Bite Takes You Home. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 3.00 Motor Racing. NDRC Top Doorslammer. H’lights. 4.00 Motor MythBusters. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Football. VFL. Frankston v Carlton. 10.00 AFL Saturday Rewind. 10.30 Air Crash Inv. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Lidia’s Kitchen. 2.30 Garden Cook Off. 3.30 Royal Kitchen Gardens. 4.30 Be My Guest. 5.30 Marcus In The Med. 6.00 Island Echoes. 6.30 Jamie’s Kitchen. 7.30 Gary Barlow’s Wine Tour. 8.30 Cornwall. 9.35 Bourdain: Parts Unknown. 10.30 Mind Of A Chef. 11.00 Bizarre Foods. 11.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 11.00 Guitar Gods Goes Cosmic. 11.40 The Big Adventure. 1.00 Wife Swap Australia. 2.20 Starstruck. 3.40 America’s Got Talent: Fantasy League. 5.35 MOVIE: Turbo. (2013) 7.30 MOVIE: Maid In Manhattan. (2002) 9.40 MOVIE: Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle. (2003) 11.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.15 Rugby League. NRL Women’s. Tigers v Roosters. 4.15 Rugby League. NRL Women’s. Broncos v Cronulla Sharks. 6.00 Are You Being Served? 6.30 TBA. 7.00 MOVIE: Monster-In-Law. (2005) 9.00 World Aquatics Championships. Singapore 2025. Finals. 11.05 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.15 Motor Racing. FIA Formula E World C’ship. London ePrix. 3.20 MOVIE: The Pink Panther Strikes Again. (1976) 5.30 MOVIE: Freaky Friday. (2003) 7.30 MOVIE: Octopussy. (1983) 10.15 MOVIE: Conan The Barbarian. (2011) 12.25 The Originals. 1.20 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning
6.00 Rage. 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. 11.00 Compass. 11.30 Praise. 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline.
1.30 Gardening Aust. 2.30 Griff’s Great American South. 3.15 Nigella Bites. 3.40 Martin Clunes: Islands Of Australia. 4.30 Joanna Lumley’s Spice Trail Adventure. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Compass. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Austin.
8.00 Bay Of Fires. Final.
8.55 Miss Austen. 9.45 MOVIE: Mrs Carey’s Concert. (2011)
11.25 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. 11.55 Rage.
1.40 Under The Vines. 4.00 Gardening Aust. 5.00 Insiders.
TV (2) 6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.20 Dino Dex. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 The Gruffalo. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.50 Isadora Moon. 7.05 Andy And The Band. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.05 Abbott Elementary. 9.50 Speechless. 10.10 Merlin. 10.55 Secrets Of The Zoo. 11.40 Kids’ Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 8.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 9.00 Garma Bunggul 2025. 10.00 Garma Festival 2025. 12.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 1.00 Motor Racing. ProMX C’ships. 4.00 Going Places. 4.30 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 5.40 Atomic People. New. 6.30 News. 7.30 Pompeii: The New Dig. 8.40 Venice From Above. 9.45 Cleopatra: Mystery Of The Mummified Hand. 10.50 Etruscans: Mysterious Civilisation. 11.50 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. 3.50 Scotland’s Extreme Medics. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. 12.00 Sunday Footy Feast. 2.30 AFL PreGame Show. 3.00 Football. AFL. Geelong v Pt Adel. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Logies Red Carpet. 7.30 The 65th TV WEEK Logie Awards 2025. 11.15 An Evening With Dua Lipa. 12.45 Jamestown. 2.00 Home Shopping. 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 Hello SA. 6.30 ACA. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 AFL Sunday Footy Show. 12.00 Wide World Of Sports. 1.00 Fishing Aust. 1.30 The Block. 3.50 David Attenborough’s Dynasties II. 5.00 News. 5.30 Postcards. 6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 The Block. 8.40 60 Minutes. 9.40 World Aquatics Championships. Singapore 2025. Day 8. Finals. 11.20 The First 48. 12.20 Embarrassing Bodies. 1.15 Innovation Nation. 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 4.00
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.30 Rugby League. NRL. Cronulla Sharks v North Qld Cowboys. 6.00 Dad’s Army. 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 Keeping Up Appearances. 9.00 World Aquatics Championships. Singapore 2025. Finals. 9.40 MOVIE: Midway. (2019) 12.20 Late Programs. ABC
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 4.00 WorldWatch. 4.30 PBS Washington Week. 4.55 Kars & Stars. 5.45 Alone Sweden. 6.40 Engineering Reborn. 7.35 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Petrol Vs Electric Cars: Which Is Better. 9.25 Great Australian Road Trips. 10.25 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 10.00 The Zoo. 10.30 Escape To The Country. 1.30 Discover. 2.00 The Zoo. 2.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.00 Your Money & Your Life. 3.45 Harry’s Practice. 4.15 Escape To The Country. 7.15 Vicar Of Dibley. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 Vicar Of Dibley. 11.45 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 7.50 The Movie Show. 8.25 Barefoot In The Park. (1967) 10.25 Bergman Island. (2021) 12.35 Hope Gap. (2019) 2.30 The Grass Harp. (1995) 4.30 Sissi: The Fateful Years. (1957) 6.40 Clue. (1985) 8.30 The Departed. (2006) 11.20 Till The End Of The Night. (2023) 1.35 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 12.00 The Fishing Show By AFN. 1.00 Fishing Addiction. 2.00 Fishy Business. 2.30 Fish’n Mates. 3.00 Mighty Planes. 4.00 Mt Hutt Rescue. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 The Wash Up. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Apollo 13. (1995) 11.25 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.30 Ready Vet Go: The Vet Paramedics. 3.00 Cards And Collectables Australia. 3.30 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Eels v Dragons. 5.30 MOVIE: Cheaper By The Dozen 2. (2005) 7.30 MOVIE: A View To A Kill. (1985) 10.15 MOVIE: The Rhythm Section. (2020) 12.25 Late Programs. 6.00 Morning Programs. 2.05
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.40 The Inbestigators. 7.55 Junior Vets. 8.25 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.55 The Crystal Maze. 9.45 Merlin. 10.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 10.50 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 11.15 Kids’ Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.50 Heartbreak High. 3.35
9.20
H’lights. 6.00 Garma Festival 2025. 6.30 News. 7.35 Portugal With Michael Portillo. 8.25 Abandoned Railways From Above. 9.20 Britain’s Most Beautiful Road. 10.15 SBS News. 10.45 Classified. 11.35 A Criminal Affair. 1.15 Blackport. 2.15 Weeks Of War. 3.10 Scotland’s Extreme Medics. 4.05 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. 4.35 Bamay. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 4.00 Trainspotting With Francis Bourgeois. 4.15 WorldWatch. 6.10 The Ride Life With Sung Kang. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Russell Howard Live At The London Palladium. 9.45 Never Mind The Buzzcocks. 10.25 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 8.10 Clue. (1985) 10.00 Million Dollar Baby. (2004) 12.25 5 To 7. (2014) 2.15 Lunana: A Yak In The Classroom. (2019) 4.20 The Snow Foxes. (2023) 5.50 Arthur And The Revenge Of Maltazard. (2009) 7.30 Barbarella. (1968) 9.25 After Blue. (2021) 11.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 MOVIE: My Husband, The Narcissist. (2023) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Dancing With The Stars. Final. 9.30 9-1-1. 10.30 The Agenda Setters.
6.00 Morning Programs. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 My Impossible House. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 The Zoo. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 What The Killer Did Next. 11.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Aussie Truckers. 3.00 Boating. Circuit Boat Drivers C’ship. 4.00 Counting Cars. 5.00 American Resto. 5.30 Storage Wars. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 The Agenda Setters. 8.00 Outback Crystal Hunters. 9.00 Aussie Gold Hunters. 10.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 3.00 Giada At Home. 3.30 Field To Feast. 4.00 Lidia’s Kitchen. 4.30 Fun’q. 5.00 Meals In Minutes. 5.30 Everyday Gourmet. 6.00 Food Safari. 6.30 Nigella Feasts. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 A Girl’s Guide. 8.00 Plat Du Tour. 8.30 Searching For Mexico. 9.30 Late Programs. 6.00 Flushed. 7.00 It’s Academic. 8.30 Get Arty. 9.00 Shopping. 10.30 House Rules. 12.00 Revenge. 3.00 Lopez Vs. Lopez. 3.30 Dancing With The Stars. 4.55 First Dates Australia. 6.00 Bondi Vet. 7.00 Judge Judy. 7.30 Law & Order: Criminal Intent. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 9.30 Law & Order. 10.30 Bones. 12.30 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.10 Dad’s Army. 2.40 Keeping Up Appearances. 3.20 Antiques Roadshow. 3.50 MOVIE: Suspect. (1960) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Recipes For Love And Murder. 9.40 Harry Wild. 10.50 The Closer. 11.50 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: The Living Daylights. (1987) 11.15 Seinfeld. 12.15 Pretty Little Liars. 1.10 Supernatural. 3.00 Below Deck. 4.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Morning Programs. 2.00 Fixer To Fabulous. 3.00 The Block. 4.00 Christina In The Country. 5.00 Unsellable Houses. 6.00 House Hunters Int. 6.30 House Hunters. 7.30 House Hunters Reno. 8.30 Scott’s Vacation House Rules. 9.30 Bargain Mansions. 10.30 Bargain Block: New Orleans. 11.30
TV (2)
6.00 Morning Programs. 9.00 News. 10.00 Aust Story. 10.30 Compass. 11.05 Miss Austen. 12.00 News. 1.00 Call The Midwife. Final. 2.00 Brush With Fame. 2.30 Back Roads. 3.00 Guy Mont Spelling Bee. 3.45 Fake Or Fortune? 4.45 Long Lost Family. 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 Hard Quiz. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Foreign Correspondent. 8.30 Dr Ann’s Secret Lives. 9.00 Dr Karl’s How Things Work. 9.30 Earth. 10.30 News. 10.45 The Business. 11.00 Four Corners. 11.50 Media Watch. 12.05 The Howard Years. 1.05 Long Lost Family. 1.55 Rage. 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. 4.30 Gardening Aust. 5.30 7.30.
6.00 Kids’ Programs. 4.25 Mecha Builders. 5.20 Thomas And Friends. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.40 The Inbestigators. 7.55 Junior Vets. 8.25 Deadly 60. 8.55 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.45 Merlin. 10.30 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 10.55 Built To Survive. 11.20 Kids’ Programs.
6.00 WorldWatch. 9.10 Along Ireland’s Shores. 10.10 Susan Calman’s Grand Day Out. 11.00 Cycling. Tour de France Femmes. H’lights. 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.15 Curse Of The Ancients. 3.10 The Cook Up. 3.40 From Paris To Rome With Bettany Hughes. 4.35 Jeopardy! 5.00 Letters And Numbers. 5.30 Mastermind Aust. 6.30 News. 7.30 Great Continental Railway Journeys. 8.30 Insight. 9.30 Dateline. 10.00 SBS News. 10.30 Secret World Of Snacks. 11.25 The Shift. New. 1.05 Everything You Love. 1.35 Bermuda Triangle: Into Cursed Waters. 3.05 Weeks Of War. 4.00 Curious Traveller. 4.30 Bamay. 5.00 WorldWatch.
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. 12.00 News At Noon. 1.00 TBA. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. 7.30 Boyzone: Life, Death And Boybands. New. 8.30 John Farnham: Finding The Voice. 10.30 The Agenda Setters. 11.30 Police Custody USA. 12.30 Fairly Legal. 1.30 Harry’s Practice. 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
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HEALTHY HABITS: Adding lemon to your water may aid in reducing fatigue or managing sugar or salt cravings.
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By CHRISTOS MILIANKOS NORTH EAST NATUROPATHIC GROUP
Over the years in clinic, I’ve learned that our bodies are constantly talking to us.
If we learn to listen early, we can support the body before those subtle signs turn into shouts.
Here are five subtle signs that your body might be asking for a bit more love, nourishment, or reset.
1. You wake up tired, even after seven or eight hours of sleep
Constant morning fatigue could be a sign that your body is struggling to regulate cortisol (your stress hormone), or that your detox pathways are congested.
Try this: start your day with warm water and a squeeze of lemon or a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar; cut back on stimulants like coffee for a few days and replace them with herbal teas; support your adrenals with magnesium-rich foods like leafy greens and seeds and consider short morning walks.
2. You’re craving sugar or salt more than usual
If you’re constantly reaching for sweet or salty snacks, your body could be calling out for minerals, blood sugar stability, or adrenal support.
Try this: add a pinch of sea salt and a squeeze of lemon to your water; include protein, healthy fats, and fibre at every meal to keep your blood sugar stable; add raw
cacao, almonds, or pumpkin seeds into your diet.
3. Your skin is breaking out, itchy, or inflamed
Your skin is your largest elimination organ, and so when your gut or liver is overloaded, it often shows up on the skin.
Try this: avoid processed foods, reduce dairy/ sugar, and eat more fermented foods; consider a gentle detox; drink 1.5-2 litres of clean, filtered water per day.
4. You get bloated after eating
Bloating is often a sign that your digestive fire is sluggish, you’re not producing enough enzymes, or there’s an imbalance in your gut microbiome.
Try this: eat slowly and chew thoroughly; add a few drops of herbal bitters or sip ginger tea 15 minutes before meals; avoid drinking large amounts of cold water during meals.
5. You feel ‘wired but tired’ at night If your mind is racing but your body’s exhausted at bedtime, it’s a red flag for nervous system overload and possible cortisol dysregulation.
This can eventually lead to burnout, poor sleep, and even hormone imbalances.
Try this: switch off screens at least an hour before bed and dim the lights to help melatonin production; use magnesium or calming herbs like passionflower, lemon balm, or lavender; do a 5-minute breathing exercise or legs-up-thewall pose before bed.
If any of these signs feel familiar to you, it might be time for a little health check-in.
By WANGARATTA VETERINARY CLINIC
Dogs with flattened noses and faces, such as Pugs, English Bulldogs and French Bulldogs, often have problems with their breathing, resulting in a condition known as Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS).
The syndrome encompasses various anatomy limiting traits in these breeds including narrowed nostrils, thicker and longer soft palates, and enlarged tonsils.
This combination results in our brachycephalic dogs having to put more effort into breathing.
Sometimes it may result in complete blockage of the airways, which is a lifethreatening emergency.
If you own a brachycephalic breed, there are several things you can do to help minimise these risks.
Dogs should be kept inside - especially on hot days - with air conditioning on and plenty of access to water.
BREATHING BETTER: Theodore the French Bulldog was one of Wangaratta Veterinary Clinic’s latest patients to receive corrective surgery for BOAS.
On warmer days, exercise should be limited to early morning and evening when temperatures have dropped. Don’t make exercise too strenuous –gentle walks are safer than excited ball retrieving.
A healthy weight is also important, as extra weight can increase pressure on the lungs, narrow the airways, and increase body temperature.
Excitement and stress should also be kept to a minimum.
In addition to these simple tips, we can accommodate into their lifestyle.
There is also great value in corrective surgery to allow these dogs to breathe easier. While some brachycephalic dogs need surgery more urgently than others, nearly all will benefit from some form of surgery. BOAS is unfortunately a progressive disease, and while we cannot cure it, there are plenty of things we can do to help your dog live a longer and more comfortable life.
If you have any questions regarding BOAS or surgical correction, don’t hesitate to discuss further with your vet.
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By JEFF ZEUSCHNER
Snow, snow and more snow.
That’s been the good news from our alpine resorts over the past week, with fresh falls overnight Friday into Saturday seeing both Mt Hotham and Falls Creek pass the magical metre mark, and further snowfalls over the weekend into early this week taking both resorts’ average snow depth in excess of 120cms.
Falls of 58csm in the past week saw Mt Hotham on Monday finally open The Orchard, with the resort now having all 14 lifts operating and all terrain opened for the season.
Hotham’s field marketing specialist, Alex Pankiw, summed it up when tweeting that the 2025 snow season has been exceptional and it just keeps getting better.
“The snow is set to continue this week, conditions are great and skiers and boarders are loving it at Hotham.”
Both Falls Creek and Mt Hotham have an excellent range of expert, intermediate and beginner terrain options for skiers and snowboarders, as well as specific areas for snowplay (tobogganing) and
cross country skiing.
For those wanting something extra, Falls Creek’s Wombat’s Ramble lights up on Wednesday and Saturday evenings, allowing you to continue your ski and snowboard adventures as the sun goes down.
As Australia’s longest green run, Wombat’s Ramble is a favourite of many skiers and snowboarders - running from Halley’s Comet at Cloud 9, all the way downhill to St. Falls Resort in Slalom Plaza.
Elsewhere, Dinner Plain remains a winter wonderland with village visitors continuing to enjoy tobogganing on Australia’s longest run, and great cross country skiing on local trails. And at Mt Buffalo its toboggan runs at Dingo Dell and Cresta Valley are opened and its network of cross country ski trails are offering fantastic experiences.
Remember you must carry chains when visiting the alpine resorts and fit them when and where directed.
• For the latest resort information, including snow reports and activities during season 2025, visit mthotham.com.au, fallscreek. com.au, visitdinnerplain.com.au and for Mt Buffalo go to https://www.facebook.com/ VisitMountBuffalomndk/
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